United Kingdom: Competition and Markets Authority fined Marks Electrical GBP 720,000 and ordered consumer refunds over automatic opt-in charges
Description
Competition and Markets Authority fined Marks Electrical GBP 720,000 and ordered consumer refunds over automatic opt-in charges
On 18 June 2026, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced a final decision against Marks Electrical following an investigation into automatic opt-in charges offered during online purchases. The decision applies to the company's e-commer…
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