Consumer Protection

India is ushering in a new era for online shopping with amended Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, set to become operational from January 1, 2027. These significant changes aim to safeguard consumer interests in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace, offering greater transparency and ... Read full article.

The UK government is launching a significant crackdown on "cowboy builders" who exploit homeowners, alongside new measures targeting private bailiffs. Andy Burnham unveiled these plans, which aim to safeguard household funds and ensure consumers can find reliable tradespeople. The initiative comes ... Read full article.

Britain's data watchdog has slammed Elderly Aids Limited (EAL) with a hefty £190,000 fine for systematically hounding elderly individuals with unsolicited calls. The company deceptively claimed to be selling devices designed to block unwanted calls, ironically becoming the very nuisance they ... Read full article.

Impersonation scams are on the rise, with victims losing significantly more money on average compared to last year. According to recent data from Lloyds Bank, the typical loss to these deceptive schemes has surged by 10% in the past year, reaching an alarming £3,516 per victim, up from £3,200 ... Read full article.