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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is a UK government department responsible for promoting competition for the benefit of consumers, investigating mergers, markets and regulated industries, and enforcing competition and consumer law.
Based on publicly published press releases (last 12 months)
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Tuesday, 07 July 2026
In May 2026, the CMA’s independent inquiry group concluded that the deal could proceed if Shutterstock sold its editorial business....
Wednesday, 01 July 2026
Review will consider the challenges families face finding suitable childcare as well as pressures on providers in England. ...
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
A speech by Will Hayter, the CMA’s Executive Director for Digital Markets, delivered at CompLaw: Digital Conference. ...
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
New measures designed to bring down prices and spur UK tech innovation....
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
StubHub UK must refund more than 50,000 customers and pay a fine close to £900,000....
Friday, 19 June 2026
The Court of Appeal has ruled the Tribunal was “wrong to set aside the [CMA’s] decision” in relation to its investigation into phenytoin – a life-savi...
Thursday, 18 June 2026
Marks Electrical must refund nearly 40,000 customers and pay a fine after it automatically opted customers into additional paid services....
Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Two new conduct requirements introduced today will ensure Google’s search rankings, including AI Overviews, are fair and that users can benefit from s...
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Clearance decision follows evidence of significant structural challenges facing the UK bakery sector and longstanding losses in ABF’s bakery business....
Friday, 12 June 2026
A speech by Martin Coleman, Non-Executive Director and Panel Chair, delivered at BVA Live 2026....
Thursday, 11 June 2026
Budget airline Ryanair is under investigation by the CMA over fees that parents must pay to sit with their children – including those with disabilitie...
Wednesday, 03 June 2026
Conduct requirement introduced today gives publishers more control and stronger bargaining power over the use of their content....
Monday, 01 June 2026
Report assesses impact of the conflict in the Middle East on fuel prices and margins until the end of April 2026....
Thursday, 28 May 2026
The CMA has secured a court-endorsed settlement from mattress firm Emma Sleep after concerns its sales practices misled consumers. ...
Thursday, 21 May 2026
The CMA’s initial investigation into Welltower’s purchase of UK care homes found competition concerns in 30 local areas...
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Civil engineering market study sets out recommendations to tackle long-standing delivery issues in road and rail infrastructure....
Friday, 15 May 2026
CMA independent inquiry group concludes deal can proceed if Shutterstock sells its editorial business...
Friday, 15 May 2026
A keynote speech by Jessica Lennard, CMA Chief Strategy & External Affairs Officer, delivered at the W@CompetitionUK and SuperWomen of Colour event. ...
Thursday, 14 May 2026
CMA sets out scope of its investigation to determine whether Microsoft should be designated with strategic market status for its business software eco...
Friday, 01 May 2026
Report assesses impact of the conflict in the Middle East on fuel prices and margins until the end of March 2026....
Wednesday, 22 April 2026
A speech by Jessica Lennard, CMA Chief Strategy & External Affairs Officer....
Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Referral to phase 2 comes after period to resolve concerns has expired....
Friday, 17 April 2026
CMA welcomes newly appointed non-executive directors to the board....
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
The AA Driving School and BSM Driving School – both of which are owned by the AA – must refund more than 80,000 customers and pay a fine of £4.2 milli...
Tuesday, 31 March 2026
CMA aims to create greater choice for UK businesses and public sector at pivotal time of advances in AI....
Friday, 27 March 2026
Five companies now under investigation as the CMA steps up its work to tackle fake reviews and misleading star ratings – and protect people online....
Tuesday, 24 March 2026
The CMA has set out its final reforms – which will start coming into force later this year – to help pet owners better navigate the vet services marke...
Thursday, 19 March 2026
Investigation examines whether Adobe’s early cancellation fees are unfair and misleading....
Thursday, 12 March 2026
Greater scrutiny of prices paid at the pump in light of the conflict in the Middle East....
Wednesday, 11 March 2026
The CMA is examining heating oil amid concerns about rising prices due to conflict in the Middle East. ...
Department of Health and Social Care Ministers launch crackdown on vapes targeting kids
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Bluetongue: latest situation
Skills England Skills plans to train local people for local jobs
Central Arbitration Committee How to submit applications and complaints to the CAC
Ofsted Martyn Oliver and Yvette Stanley speak at the ADCS Annual Conference 2026