United Kingdom: Competition and Markets Authority opened investigation into Appliances Direct concerning alleged automation of purchases and time-limited sales

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Competition and Markets Authority opened investigation into Appliances Direct concerning alleged automation of purchases and time-limited sales

On 17 November, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) opened an investigation into online household appliance retailer Appliances Direct concerning alleged automation of purchases and time-limited sales. Specifically, the CMA is evaluating whe…

Scope

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 hou…