Consumer law in uk

Consumer protection laws allow consumers to purchase products and services that are exactly as promised.
Misleading and false advertisements are illegal under consumer protection laws.
Unfair trade practices are strictly prohibited.

How has consumer law changed in the UK?

In the UK, the development of consumer law has been largely driven by the EU through a series of directives and regulations

Most EU law applicable in the UK as at 31 December 2020 remains in effect within the UK indefinitely as “retained EU law” (unless or until the Government decides to repeal or amend it)

Who enforces consumer protection law in the UK?

The primary agencies responsible for the enforcement of consumer protection law are: the Competition and Markets Authority (‘ CMA ’), which is also the primary competition law regulator in the UK; and Trading Standards Services (‘ TSS ’)