UK Competition & Markets Authority Updates

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.

Nov 18, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched investigations into several businesses for potential breaches of consumer law regarding online pricing practices, marking the first use of its new consumer protection powers.

Nov 3, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has referred the merger between Getty Images and Shutterstock for an in-depth Phase 2 investigation due to concerns over potential negative impacts on pricing and quality of digital content.

Oct 23, 2025

In a keynote speech, the Chair of the UK Competition and Markets Authority emphasized the critical role of competition and consumer protection in driving economic growth amidst current financial challenges.

Oct 22, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has confirmed that Apple and Google hold strategic market status in their mobile platforms, enabling potential regulatory interventions to enhance competition.

Oct 21, 2025

The UK competition authority, CMA, has responded to the DBT's call for evidence regarding the opt-out collective actions regime, emphasizing the synergy between public and private enforcement.

Oct 15, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a consultation on revised guidance for merger remedies, aiming to enhance clarity and effectiveness in the merger control process.

Oct 15, 2025

The UK competition authority has proposed 21 measures aimed at transforming the veterinary services market to improve consumer experience and protect pet owners.

Oct 13, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has referred the merger between Constellation Developments and Aston Barclay for a Phase 2 investigation due to concerns over reduced competition in the used vehicle auction market.

Oct 10, 2025

The UK competition authority, CMA, has recognized PHIN for achieving its silver compliance milestone, significantly improving transparency in private healthcare fees and data reporting.

Oct 9, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has confirmed Google's strategic market status in search services, enabling targeted actions to enhance competition.

Oct 9, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has provisionally redetermined water price controls, rejecting nearly 80% of the increases sought by five water companies, resulting in an expected average bill increase of 3%.

Sep 26, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) reports that fuel prices at the pump have risen significantly, with retailer profit margins remaining well above historical levels. A new Fuel Finder scheme is set to enhance competition among retailers.

Sep 25, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured commitments from Ticketmaster to enhance transparency in ticket pricing following an investigation into the sale of Oasis tickets.