Polish UOKiK Updates

Feb 6, 2026

The Polish competition authority has identified safety concerns in 13 out of 19 tested baby strollers and loungers, urging manufacturers to prioritize child safety.

Feb 4, 2026

The Polish competition authority has accused the publishing company Wiedza i Praktyka of misleading consumers regarding trial offers and violating consumer rights in distance contracts.

Feb 2, 2026

The Polish competition authority has imposed a fine of over 34 million PLN on Orange Polska for unlawfully charging prepaid customers for inactivity fees.

Jan 30, 2026

The Polish competition authority has found excessive levels of methanol in several winter windshield washer fluids, raising safety concerns for consumers.

Jan 28, 2026

The Polish competition authority has launched an investigation into potential collusion among major electronic wholesalers and a manufacturer, examining whether consumers have been overcharged for popular IT, RTV, and AGD products.

Jan 26, 2026

The Polish competition authority has imposed a nearly 80 million PLN fine on PKO BP for including unlawful clauses regarding interest rate changes in consumer credit agreements.

Jan 23, 2026

The Polish competition authority has conducted inspections on fitness equipment, including exercise benches, smartwatches, and wireless headphones, to ensure safety for consumers and the environment.

Jan 21, 2026

The Polish competition authority has raised concerns about Benefit Systems for potentially misleading consumers regarding gym membership contracts, including hidden fees and unfair terms.

Jan 19, 2026

The Polish competition authority, UOKiK, is co-organizing an Advocacy Workshop in Armenia as part of the International Competition Network's efforts to develop common competition policy principles globally.

Jan 19, 2026

The Polish competition authority has raised allegations of greenwashing against companies Bolt, Tchibo, and Zara, potentially leading to fines of up to 10% of their turnover for misleading eco-friendly claims.

Jan 16, 2026

The Polish competition authority has conducted safety inspections in various recreational facilities, revealing significant safety violations in nearly 40% of the establishments checked.

Jan 14, 2026

The Polish competition authority has accused Samsung Electronics Polska of potentially misleading consumers regarding product reviews, which could result in a fine of up to 10% of the company's turnover.

Jan 12, 2026

The Polish competition authority has imposed fines totaling nearly 37 million PLN on Zalando and Temu for failing to properly inform consumers about discounts, particularly regarding the lowest price in the 30 days prior to a price reduction.

Jan 9, 2026

The Polish competition authority has assessed the energy efficiency and emissions of ten solid fuel boiler models, identifying compliance and formal errors.

Jan 7, 2026

The Polish competition authority has imposed fines on Oltens 1 and its management for enforcing minimum resale prices on bathroom products, limiting competition and consumer choice.