UK Competition & Markets Authority Updates

Feb 25, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has responded to a working paper proposing reforms to non-compete clauses, emphasizing the need for changes to enhance labor market mobility.

Feb 13, 2026

The UK competition authority has outlined its progress and priorities in consumer protection under the newly enacted Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), emphasizing direct enforcement and support for businesses.

Feb 13, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has fined Euro Car Parks £473,000 for failing to respond to a legal information notice, marking the first use of its new fining powers.

Feb 10, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has obtained commitments from Apple and Google aimed at improving fairness and transparency in app store processes, benefiting UK businesses reliant on these platforms.

Jan 28, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority proposes new measures aimed at improving Google’s search services, ensuring fair treatment for content publishers and enhancing user choice.

Jan 27, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provided feedback on proposed reforms to the statutory consultee system in England's planning framework, emphasizing the need for improved efficiency and monitoring.

Jan 21, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched its draft Annual Plan, outlining priorities aimed at promoting competition and protecting consumers to drive economic growth.

Jan 19, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is reviewing existing market remedies to determine their necessity, aiming to alleviate compliance burdens on businesses across various sectors.

Jan 15, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has mandated Aramark to sell Entier after determining that their merger would significantly harm competition in the offshore catering market.

Jan 15, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a review of its methods for evaluating rivalry-enhancing efficiencies in mergers, aiming to bolster competition and consumer benefits.

Dec 22, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found that fuel margins remain persistently high, not explained by operating costs, prompting the introduction of a new fuel finder scheme to enhance competition.

Dec 17, 2025

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released an interim report highlighting inefficiencies in the UK civil engineering market, proposing options for improvement to enhance public infrastructure outcomes.

Dec 16, 2025

Ten UK construction companies were fined over £60 million for engaging in illegal bid-rigging practices, impacting public and private sector contracts.

Nov 20, 2025

The UK competition authority has launched a new three-year strategy aimed at promoting competition and protecting consumers to drive economic growth and improve household prosperity.

Nov 19, 2025

The UK competition authority, CMA, has released correspondence regarding its oversight of the private dentistry market, highlighting its commitment to ensuring fair competition.