consumer
Supermarkets unlikely to be misleading shoppers over loyalty prices – watchdog
The Competition and Markets Authority said it was in the process of analysing thousands of loyalty price promotions.
Motorists still ‘paying too much’ for fuel, says competition watchdog
The CMA said that the fuel market is still ‘failing consumers’ a year on from its first report that laid bare the problems in the sector.
Now most complained-about broadband and landline provider – latest Ofcom figures
O2 remains the most complained-about mobile operator, with complaints again mostly driven by how customers’ complaints were being handled.
Caramac back on sale for ‘limited time’ after discontinuation disappointment
Nestle said it wanted to create a ‘special opportunity’ for fans to enjoy the ‘unique bar’ once more.
Sales of no and low alcohol boom as football fans ’embrace moderation’
Ocado and Tesco said sales of no and low alcohol products had soared since the start of the tournament, particularly on days England played.
Discretionary income among north’s lowest earning households has fallen by 43% in three years, but picture is improving
Consumer Council survey suggests cost-of-living crisis ‘bottomed out’ in third quarter of 2023
Premier Inn ad banned over ‘misleading’ pricing claims
A reader complained to the advertising watchdog after being unable to find any rooms at the advertised £35 price.
Nestle sales slow after Nescafe maker raises prices around the world
The food and drinks giant said pet products and coffee were selling well, while sales of frozen food and dairy products were slower.
Price gap for road fuel and alcohol widens between Northern Ireland and the Republic
Alcohol price gap has also widened since introduction of Republic’s deposit return scheme
Advert banned over complimentary food and drink claims on train services
Two passengers who frequently travelled first class but did not receive complimentary food and drink complained that the ad was misleading.