The Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a thorough review of the private dentistry sector, valued at £8 billion, amid rising consumer costs and accessibility issues concerning NHS dental services.
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The mounting scandal over mis-sold car loans has compelled Santander UK to raise the amount it has allocated for potential compensation to motorists, now exceeding £460 million. Initially, the bank
Marks and Spencer is currently facing increased pressure following a major cyberattack that significantly affected its operations last year. In the aftermath, a wave of advertisements has emerged, encouraging customers
The Covid pandemic upended the hospitality and leisure sectors, leading businesses to adopt a flurry of new financial measures to stay afloat. While lockdowns and restrictions have faded, many pandemic-era
Sports Direct customers are being accused of fraud and threatened with court action after seeking refunds for parcels that disappeared in transit or were delivered incorrectly, according to evidence seen
Labour’s pledge to slash private car park fines is generating waves of controversy among parking operators, small businesses, and consumer rights advocates alike. The party has promised swift measures to
Mobile and broadband companies are under scrutiny for engaging in questionable practices that make it challenging for consumers to secure better deals, potentially saving them up to £325 a year.
European regulators are poised to implement sweeping changes to airline pricing structures, potentially prohibiting carriers from charging passengers for cabin baggage and family seating arrangements. The landmark proposal, endorsed by
Ryanair, alongside other budget airlines such as easyJet and Wizz Air, is facing increasing scrutiny over its controversial hand luggage and seat reservation charges. Campaigners and consumer groups are calling
The long-running legal dispute between Mastercard and former financial ombudsman Walter Merricks has reached a settlement, with the credit card giant agreeing to pay £200 million to resolve claims over
Spanish authorities have levied substantial fines against several budget airlines, with Ryanair bearing the brunt of a €108 million penalty for what officials deemed ‘abusive’ charging practices. The Dublin-based carrier
Apple, the tech giant, is confronting a substantial £3 billion lawsuit in the United Kingdom amid allegations of competition law breaches concerning its iCloud storage service. Consumer advocacy group Which?
A groundbreaking court ruling involving a £1,651 commission on a Suzuki Swift could trigger a devastating £13 billion compensation crisis for the car finance industry. Marcus Johnson, a 34-year-old factory
Major car finance companies have suspended lending operations following a groundbreaking Appeal Court ruling, throwing Britain’s automotive sector into disarray. The judgement, which found lenders liable for undisclosed commissions, has
