Consumer Protection

BBC investigation reveals some chippies are passing off cheaper Southeast Asian catfish as "traditional fish supper," echoing 2013's horsemeat scandal.

The Competition and Markets Authority just fined AA and BSM £4.2m for hiding fees from 80,000 learner drivers — classic drip-pricing that quoted low lesson costs upfront then loaded on extras. This isn't about driving schools; it's the CMA flexing new powers to hit businesses that game their pricing models. The refunds are automatic, which means other service providers charging 'admin fees' and 'processing costs' should be nervous. Consumer protection just got teeth.