Polish UOKiK Updates

Mar 13, 2024

UOKiK is warning consumers about false investments using famous faces to legitimize scams, urging people to take their time and verify before investing.

Mar 10, 2024

Shell Polska faces allegations from the President of UOKiK for failing to clearly inform consumers about a fuel promotion, potentially violating collective consumer interests.

Mar 7, 2024

A nationwide social campaign is set to launch on World Consumer Rights Day, cautioning against risky investments promoted with the use of famous personalities without their knowledge.

Mar 6, 2024

Dr Smile was fined 3.5 million PLN for pressuring consumers and using manipulative techniques in contracts, lacking transparency and proper documentation.

Mar 6, 2024

The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has fined Assay ASI and its management for offering an "Investment Bill Agreement" scheme, cautioning consumers about potential risks to their savings.

Mar 5, 2024

The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) imposed fines on Assay ASI and its management for offering an "investment bill agreement" scheme, cautioning consumers about potential risks to their savings.

Mar 4, 2024

UOKiK fined companies for misleading consumers with "Weksel agreements" that transferred investment risks and falsely promised financial benefits.

Mar 1, 2024

The Trade Inspectorate conducted inspections on household equipment such as ladders, folding stools, step stools, and platforms, focusing on fall hazards and labeling issues, with errors found in 3 out of 8 products.

Mar 1, 2024

The UOKiK President has made a decision regarding OLX's practices related to the sale of "Protective Packages" on its platform.

Feb 29, 2024

The Trade Inspection Authority recently inspected household equipment like ladders, folding stools, and platforms for safety concerns, highlighting the importance of accurate labeling and product safety compliance.

Feb 28, 2024

The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has granted conditional approval for Anwim, the franchisor of the Moya gas station network, to acquire part of Elbah II's assets in the Silesian Voivodeship, subject to the termination of a franchise agreement with one of the franchisees.

Feb 28, 2024

UOKiK President Tomasz Chróstny imposed a fine of nearly 2.5 million PLN on Atex Multibranch Enterprise for engaging in a price-fixing scheme in coal sales.

Feb 27, 2024

UOKiK President fined Atex for nearly 2.5 million PLN for imposing coal sales prices on distributors, restricting their ability to offer discounts.

Feb 27, 2024

The UOKiK President has made a decision regarding OLX's practices related to the sale of protection packages on its platform.

Feb 26, 2024

The President of UOKiK made a ruling on OLX Group's deceptive practices, emphasizing the need for transparent e-commerce operations to comply with consumer protection laws.