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The Latest Breaking News from the Competition and Markets Authority

Competition watchdog chairman ‘ousted’ by Government

Marcus Bokkerink left his post as chairman of the Competition and Markets Authority, after criticism the watchdog was not focused enough on growth.

Evening Standard · Jan 21, 2025

Google faces more scrutiny as UK watchdog flexes new digital competition powers

Britain’s competition watchdog says it’s investigating Google’s search ad business, adding to global scrutiny that the U.S. tech giant is facing

The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025

Competition regulator to examine Google services under new digital market laws

The Competition and Markets Authority said it was launching its first strategic market status designation investigation.

Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2025

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Petrol prices: Driving home for Christmas set to be cheapest since pandemic

A warning was issued that drivers were still paying more for fuel than they should due to ‘stubbornly high’ margins

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2024

Drivers to enjoy cheapest Christmas fuel prices since pandemic – RAC

The cost of full tanks for 55-litre family cars are £75 for petrol and £78 for diesel – or £5.75 and £6.60 less than a year ago respectively.

Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2024

Drivers still paying too much for fuel, says competition watchdog

The Competition and Markets Authority said fuel margins remained higher than historic levels, and it remained concerned about weakened competition.

Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2024

Google partnership with Anthropic AI cleared by competition watchdog

The Competition and Markets Authority said a provisional investigation found the link between the two companies did not meet the merger threshold.

Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2024

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Vodafone and Three merger set for all clear from CMA after investigation

Competition watchdog provisionally finds deal can go ahead subject to investment and price freeze remedies

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2024

Vodafone and Three £15bn merger could get green light, UK watchdog says

The mobile networks must stick to their commitments for the tie-up to be approved, the Competition and Markets Authority said.

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2024

Watchdog launches investigation into Ticketmaster over Oasis ticket sales

The investigation will consider whether Ticketmaster had engaged in unfair commercial practices,

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2024

Does your school have strict uniform rules? They may be breaking the law, claims Keir Starmer

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has said that strict school uniform rules could limit the choice of parents and carers

GoodToKnow · Sep 2, 2024

Monzo rated as Britain’s top bank in survey of 36,000 people

The Competition and Markets Authority has published the findings of its latest survey.

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2024

Four major banks breached rules to help keep customers informed

Lloyds, TSB and AIB have confirmed they are making changes and HSBC has been issued with directions, the Competition and Markets Authority said.

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2024

Nationwide faces competition inquiry over Virgin Money deal

Nationwide Building Society’s controversial £2.9 billion takeover of Virgin Money hit a potentially serious hiccup today when the Competition and Markets Authority launched a probe into the deal.

Evening Standard · May 31, 2024

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UK Regulators Investigate Microsoft And Amazon AI Deals

British regulators investigate Microsoft and Amazon AI deals for potential anti-competitive behavior, prompting scrutiny in the rapidly evolving AI industry.

Evening Standard · Mar 13, 2024

More than 500 households released from contracts that doubled ground rents

The contracts these households faced were ‘problematic,’ the Competition and Markets Authority said.

Evening Standard · Feb 26, 2024

Homeowners can face high and unclear estate management charges, says watchdog

The Competition and Markets Authority raised concerns about charges for the management of facilities such as roads, drainage, and green spaces.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20, 2024

UK infant formula at ‘historically high’ prices, says watchdog

Competition and Markets Authority launches full-scale investigation after finding costs have risen

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The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2024

Vodafone and Three merger proposal isn’t as awful as it appears

Regulator should be pragmatic as three big players might provide more genuine competition

The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2024

Buying bigger packs may not get best deal in UK supermarkets, says watchdog

Stores should make pricing for each unit clearer, says Competition and Markets Authority

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18, 2024

Freeholders living off ‘rentier structure’ with ‘exorbitant’ ground rent, MPs say

MPs questioned freeholder groups in committee hearing over leasehold reform bill

The Conversation · Dec 21, 2023

Scrutiny of OpenAI and Microsoft relationship could affect how AI industry grows and innovates

The boardroom of OpenAI, the business that developed ChatGPT, has seen some turbulent times recently. But while the drama around the sacking and reinstatement of CEO Sam Altman has subsided, the company now faces investigation by the UK competitor authority – a regulator that’s been increasingly training its spotlight on…

The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2023

Iceland boss hits out at parent ‘exploitation’ in baby milk market

Richard Walker calls for price cap on infant formula as competition watchdog finds evidence of greedflation

Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2023

Grocery brands accused of unjustified price rises

Usually, customers were able to avoid paying more by switching to own-brand products, but the watchdog noted one glaring exception

The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2023

UK competition watchdog to investigate baby formula market

CMA announces move after finding popular grocery brands put up prices on number of products faster than costs rose

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