Polish UOKiK Updates
Latest competition law updates from Polish UOKiK
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Crackdown on Fireworks: Inspections by Trade Inspection and National Tax Administration
Dec 28, 2023
Trade Inspection and National Tax Administration have jointly questioned 19 out of 100 firework models, preventing over 40,000 dangerous products from entering the Polish market.
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Misleading SMS Contest Results in Fine for Telewizja Polsat and Teleaudio Dwa
Dec 28, 2023
The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has fined Telewizja Polsat and Teleaudio Dwa for organizing a misleading SMS contest on New Year's Eve, with a penalty of nearly 10 million PLN.
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Wakacje.pl fined over misleading prices by the President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK)
Dec 27, 2023
The President of UOKiK has imposed a fine of over 1 million PLN on the travel portal Wakacje.pl for displaying inaccurate and incomplete prices for many trips, leading to misleading purchasing decisions by users.
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UOKiK Warns Consumers About Financial Decisions During Holiday Season
Dec 19, 2023
The President of the Polish competition authority urges consumers to be cautious with financial offers during the holiday season, highlighting the hidden costs of seemingly attractive credit options.
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Polish Competition Authority Investigates Condo and Aparthotel Investments for Consumer Rights Violations
Dec 18, 2023
The Polish competition authority is examining ten commercial investments in condo and aparthotel properties to ensure compliance with consumer rights regulations.
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Consumer Tips for Holiday Shopping
Dec 15, 2023
As the holiday season approaches, consumers are reminded of important considerations when purchasing gifts, including return policies and complaint procedures.
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EU Court Ruling Protects Consumers in Banking Disputes
Dec 14, 2023
The European Court of Justice has ruled that consumers cannot be denied the right to claim interest on delayed payments, reinforcing consumer rights in banking agreements.
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Vectra to Compensate Consumers for Unauthorized Service Activation
Dec 13, 2023
Vectra has been ordered to compensate consumers for automatically activating the 'Safe Internet' service without explicit consent, violating consumer rights.
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Auchan Polska Fined Over 87 Million PLN for Unfair Practices Against Suppliers
Dec 12, 2023
The President of the Polish competition authority has imposed a fine of over 87 million PLN on Auchan Polska for exploiting suppliers in the agricultural and food sectors.
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OLX Faces Investigation Over Misleading Review Practices
Dec 11, 2023
The President of the Polish competition authority has initiated proceedings against OLX Group due to allegations of misleading review practices and a biased rating algorithm.
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Safety Check on Children's Sound Toys Reveals Risks
Dec 8, 2023
A recent safety inspection of sound and interactive toys for children under three has identified significant risks, including excessive noise levels and small hazardous parts.
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EU Court Ruling on Consumer Rights and Unfair Contract Terms
Dec 7, 2023
The European Court of Justice has ruled that national courts cannot condition consumer rights on a declaration of non-acceptance of unfair terms, impacting the validity of credit agreements.
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CK Investments Faces Consumer Protection Charges Over Investment Promises
Dec 7, 2023
CK Investments is under scrutiny for misleading consumers about the safety and guaranteed returns of investment promissory notes, leading to potential legal action from the Polish competition authority.
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Amazon Adjusts Subscription Practices Following UOKiK Intervention
Dec 6, 2023
Amazon Digital UK and Amazon EU are changing their subscription practices after the Polish competition authority's intervention, ensuring consumer consent for price changes.
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UOKiK Launches Investigation Against Scott Sportech for Market Division
Dec 5, 2023
The President of the Polish competition authority has initiated proceedings against Scott Sportech Polska for allegedly restricting competition in the bicycle sales market.