Tag: Consumer Protection
Bizarre Discovery: Mystery Animal Head Found in Freezer at Hayes Store
The owner of a food store in Hayes has been fined over £3,700 by Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court for not ensuring the traceability of food products. Jean Bitulu, located on Uxbridge Road, Hillingdon, admitted to...
Thames Water Price Hike: Londoners Shouldn’t Bear the Cost
Sadiq Khan's newly appointed deputy mayor for the environment, Mete Coban, is gearing up for a showdown with Thames Water over proposed price hikes for Londoners. The water company has announced the need to...
Mother of London girl criticises food industry after daughter’s death
Abimbola Duyile, the mother of 13-year-old Hannah Jacobs who tragically passed away after having a severe allergic reaction to a Costa hot chocolate, has spoken out against the food industry's approach to allergen safety...
Product Safety and Metrology Bill: Key Post-Brexit Legislation
The Product Safety and Metrology Bill is being hailed as a significant development post-Brexit, with the UK taking steps to align with EU standards once again. The bill, part of the King's Speech, aims...
FCA Red Tape Reduction Plans Amid Consumer Duty Review
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently made an announcement regarding its plans to reduce red tape and streamline regulations in the financial services industry. This decision comes after the FCA realized that its...