JD Supra · 12 Oct, 17:58 · Business briefing

UK Consumer Protection Regime – Lessons From the First Investigations by the UK’s Competition and Consumer Regulator

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has published initial findings from its first investigations under the new Consumer Duty regime.

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The UK Competition and Markets Authority has published initial findings from its first investigations under the new Consumer Duty regime. This regulatory shift mandates higher standards of consumer protection across financial services. The reports highlight specific compliance failures and outline the Authority’s enforcement approach. Professionals must understand these precedents to ensure their organisations meet the enhanced obligations. The investigations serve as a critical benchmark for industry-wide adherence to the new rules, signalling a rigorous oversight period ahead for firms operating within the UK market.

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