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Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act subscriptions implementation consultation

18 November 2024

Proposing MP
Justin Madders Lab
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Business and Trade
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TAGS
Economy

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Department for Business and Trade has published a consultation to gather views on implementing secondary legislation related to subscription contracts under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act.

Action Requested

Stakeholders are requested to comment on proposals regarding returns and refunds, cooling-off periods, and information notices. The consultation will remain open for 12 weeks.

Key Facts

  • The consultation is titled ‘Consultation on the Implementation of the New Subscriptions Contracts Regime’.
  • Part 4, Chapter 2 of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act establishes rules for subscription contracts.
  • The Act received Royal Assent on 24 May 2024.
  • The consultation will be open for 12 weeks.
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