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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Government response to the consultation ‘smarter regulation: improving price transparency and product information for consumers’

24 January 2024 · Department for Business and Trade

Proposed by Kevin Hollinrake Con Thirsk and Malton

Business & Trade

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At a glance

Key points

  • Government to reform the Price Marking Order 2004 to improve price transparency for consumers
  • Legislation will target hidden fees, fake reviews, and specific online interface orders
  • A copy of the consultation response is being placed in the Libraries of the House

Issue summary

The statement addresses the government's response to a consultation on improving price transparency and product information for consumers.

Action requested

The Department for Business and Trade intends to reform the Price Marking Order 2004 and legislate against hidden fees, fake reviews, Online Interface Orders, and Interim Online Interface Orders. A copy of the consultation response is being placed in the Libraries of the House.

Key facts

  • The Government responded to a consultation on 'smarter regulation: improving price transparency and product information for consumers'.
  • Intent to reform the Price Marking Order 2004.
  • Legislative action planned against hidden fees, fake reviews, Online Interface Orders, and Interim Online Interface Orders.
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