Dutch ACM Updates

Oct 31, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is launching a further investigation into the acquisition plans of KPN's joint venture, Glaspoort, to acquire part of Delta's fiber-optic network, potentially impacting competition in the Dutch telecom market.

Oct 29, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has taken action against two businesses for misleading consumers about the costs of commercial debt counseling services, potentially leading them to believe the services were free municipal offerings.

Oct 24, 2024

Dutch sector organization ZuivelNL commits to using dairy farmers' contributions solely for milk-related activities, following an investigation by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM).

Oct 22, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) warns consumers about Berkenbosch Mode for providing incorrect delivery information, unreachable customer service, and issues with returns, highlighting the lack of transparency in dropshipping practices.

Oct 21, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets revokes All in Power's electricity-supply license, leading to NextEnergy taking over its customers with dynamic rate contracts.

Oct 21, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is backing a move towards a more equitable distribution of system operation costs among small-scale users, aiming to base grid tariffs on actual usage rather than connection size.

Oct 17, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) warns retailers about offering fake discounts during Black Friday and the holidays to prevent consumers from being misled.

Oct 14, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Markets and Consumers (ACM) intervened against online store Ortho-relief due to numerous complaints, leading to the store's closure and refunds for affected consumers.

Oct 11, 2024

Rabobank has lifted access restrictions for payment service providers following talks with the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM), in line with the Payment Service Directive II (PSD2) rules.

Oct 10, 2024

Dutch consumers hit a record peak of 597 million gigabytes in mobile data consumption in Q2 2024, as per the ACM Telecom Monitor.

Oct 10, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) suggests that households review their energy contracts as the heating season begins, with a wide range of contract options available.

Oct 9, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has revoked the license of energy supplier All in Power due to concerns about its financial situation and inability to supply energy securely.

Oct 7, 2024

A study conducted in the Netherlands highlights the need for more effective measures to help minors recognize influencer advertising and protect them from hidden commercial influencing.

Oct 4, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has disclosed the tariff proposals of distribution system operators and TenneT for 2025, anticipating an 11% increase in transport tariffs for households and businesses.

Oct 3, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has influenced DHL and PostNL to modify their sustainability messages aimed at consumers, urging them to refrain from making misleading claims about the environmental impact of parcel delivery.