The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published its provisional decision regarding the future of 33 market remedies, proposing to remove 23 entirely, retain 6 in full, and partially remove 4. This review is part of the CMA's commitment to ensure that market remedies remain effective and relevant in addressing competition issues.

Market remedies are essential tools used to rectify competition problems identified during market investigations. However, the CMA recognizes that these remedies can impose burdens on businesses and require ongoing monitoring. Therefore, it is crucial to evaluate their current necessity and effectiveness.

In its review, the CMA identified 33 remedies, which represent 60% of all market remedies currently in place, for further consideration. Some of these remedies may have become outdated due to new laws, regulations, or technological advancements that have changed consumer purchasing behaviors.

The CMA's provisional decisions include the removal of 23 remedies that are now deemed redundant, such as those related to the sale of extended warranties on domestic electrical goods and the promotion of BBC magazines. Additionally, 4 remedies will be partially removed, affecting sectors like retail banking and private motor insurance, while 6 remedies will be retained in full to continue protecting consumers and promoting competition.

Juliette Enser, Executive Director of Enforcement and Markets at the CMA, emphasized the importance of maintaining only those remedies that are necessary for consumer protection and competition. The CMA is currently inviting feedback from interested parties, with a deadline for responses set for September 11, 2026. A final decision is expected in Autumn 2026.