United Kingdom: Competition and Markets Authority opened investigation into Marks Electrical concerning alleged automation of purchases

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Competition and Markets Authority opened investigation into Marks Electrical concerning alleged automation of purchases

On 17 November, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) opened an investigation into online electrical appliance reatiler Marks Electrical concerning alleged automation of purchases. Specifically, the CMA is evaluating whether Marks Electrical’s…

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Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: e-commerce
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
consumer protection authority

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2025-11-17
under deliberation

On 17 November, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) opened an investigation into online ele…