Nationwide’s £2.9bn swoop on Virgin Money gets go-ahead from CMA July 19, 2024 A tie-up between Nationwide and Virgin Money has got the greenlight from the competition watchdog today, paving the way for the £2.9bn deal to close in the final quarter of this year.
‘Lessen competition and deter investment’: BT lashes out at Vodafone-Three UK deal June 14, 2024 The regulator has been gathering responses to its investigation into Vodafone and Three UK's tie-up.
How poor regulation is holding back the UK economy June 5, 2024 Regulation is a pressing concern, both for businesses and consumers. Getting it right could help unleash growth and deliver better outcomes for consumers.
Emma Sleep: CMA threatens legal action against mattress firm over pricing tactics May 29, 2024 The Competition and Market Authority has threatened mattress company Emma Sleep with a lawsuit unless it "commits to changing its practices"
Pets at Home ‘not threatened’ by regulator probe as it holds firm on growth plans May 29, 2024 Animal care retailer Pets At Home has held its guidance for the year and said its vet growth strategy is “not threatened” by the CMA's review into the sector.
Tribunal reverses CMA’s £35m fine against four anti-nausea pharmaceutical firms May 28, 2024 Four pharmaceutical companies have successfully appealed and reversed a £35m fine imposed by the competition regulator over anti-nausea tablets
Tesco, M&S and Primark among brands hesitant to make some green claims over greenwashing action May 24, 2024 Big retail brands are hesitant to make green claims despite the majority embracing sustainable practices over fears of being hit with greenwashing action
Pressure on as competition watchdog launches investigation into UK vet industry May 23, 2024 The competitions watchdog said it will press ahead with an investigation into the UK’s vet industry following concerns pet owners are not getting value for money.
Competition watchdog: Nationwide PPI failures were due to how ‘systems were set up’ May 16, 2024 The competition regulator has written to Nationwide after it was revealed it provided incorrect information to payment protection insurance customers
Competition regulator to probe takeover of logistics firm Wincanton May 8, 2024 The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) will investigate logistics firm GXO's £764m acquisition of Wincanton, it has been announced.