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Speech to the Regulation Forum Chairs' Summit

Speech to the Regulation Forum Chairs' Summit

Monday, 22 April 2024

A speech delivered by the Chair of the Competition and Markets Authority, Marcus Bokkerink....

CMA wins legal challenge against CAT on home search warrants

CMA wins legal challenge against CAT on home search warrants

Sunday, 21 April 2024

The CMA has won an important legal challenge in the High Court after the CAT refused to grant it a domestic search warrant as part of a cartel investi...

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The CMA at 10: Past reflections and a look ahead to the next decade of promoting competition and protecting consumers

The CMA at 10: Past reflections and a look ahead to the next decade of promoting competition and protecting consumers

Wednesday, 17 April 2024

A speech by Sarah Cardell, CEO of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), delivered at the CMA's 10 year anniversary event....

The CMA at 10: Why an independent, impartial competition and consumer protection authority is needed now, more than ever

The CMA at 10: Why an independent, impartial competition and consumer protection authority is needed now, more than ever

Wednesday, 17 April 2024

A speech by Marcus Bokkerink, Chair of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), delivered at the CMA's 10 year anniversary event....

CMA wins second legal challenge in Cérélia/Jus Rol case

CMA wins second legal challenge in Cérélia/Jus Rol case

Wednesday, 10 April 2024

The Court of Appeal has fully dismissed a legal challenge from Cérélia, and upheld the Competition Appeal Tribunal’s finding that the CMA was ‘rationa...

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Opening remarks at the American Bar Association (ABA) Chair’s Showcase on AI Foundation Models

Opening remarks at the American Bar Association (ABA) Chair’s Showcase on AI Foundation Models

Wednesday, 10 April 2024

Remarks by Sarah Cardell, CEO of the CMA, delivered during the 72nd Antitrust Law Spring Meeting. Washington DC, USA....

CMA outlines growing concerns in markets for AI Foundation Models

CMA outlines growing concerns in markets for AI Foundation Models

Wednesday, 10 April 2024

The CMA has outlined 3 key risks to effective competition on AI Foundation Models and has set out plans for further action in the market. ...

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Pharma deal could reduce choice and lead to higher prices for HRT treatments

Pharma deal could reduce choice and lead to higher prices for HRT treatments

Thursday, 04 April 2024

Following its Phase 1 investigation, the CMA has found that Theramex's proposed purchase of Femoston and Duphaston could reduce competition and choice...

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Spread betting deal raises competition concerns

Spread betting deal raises competition concerns

Thursday, 04 April 2024

The deal seeks to combine the only 2 licensed sports spread betting operators in the UK market. ...

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High fuel margins ‘concerning’ CMA finds

High fuel margins ‘concerning’ CMA finds

Thursday, 28 March 2024

The CMA’s latest monitoring report on road fuel shows that prices at the pump have risen since late January, accompanied by above average margins and ...

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Green claims: CMA secures landmark changes from ASOS, Boohoo and Asda

Green claims: CMA secures landmark changes from ASOS, Boohoo and Asda

Wednesday, 27 March 2024

Following CMA action, millions of consumers can now expect to see accurate and clear green claims when shopping for fashion items with ASOS, Boohoo an...

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Vodafone / Three deal could leave consumers and businesses worse off

Vodafone / Three deal could leave consumers and businesses worse off

Friday, 22 March 2024

The deal, which seeks to combine 2 of the 4 UK mobile network operators, could lead to higher prices for customers and affect investment in UK mobile ...

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CMA sets out plan to help people, businesses, and the economy as it approaches 10th year in action

CMA sets out plan to help people, businesses, and the economy as it approaches 10th year in action

Thursday, 14 March 2024

After extensive engagement, the CMA has published its Annual Plan for 2024 to 2025. ...

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CMA frees hundreds more leaseholders from costly contract terms

CMA frees hundreds more leaseholders from costly contract terms

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Over 500 households freed from problematic ground rent terms after further CMA intervention....

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CMA identifies multiple concerns in vets market

CMA identifies multiple concerns in vets market

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

The CMA has today published its main concerns following an initial review into the veterinary sector....

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CMA to appeal hydrocortisone ruling

CMA to appeal hydrocortisone ruling

Friday, 08 March 2024

The CMA believes the CAT’s decision to overturn nearly £100 million of fines for drug firms despite initially confirming flagrant anti-competitive con...

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Sugar deal could raise prices for UK shoppers

Sugar deal could raise prices for UK shoppers

Friday, 08 March 2024

The CMA’s initial investigation has found that TLS’ purchase of Tereos UK & Ireland could result in higher sugar prices....

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Domestic appliances deal cleared by the CMA

Domestic appliances deal cleared by the CMA

Thursday, 07 March 2024

Following a provisional clearance in February, the CMA is now allowing the proposed deal between Arçelik and Whirlpool to go ahead....

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20 years of UK merger control

20 years of UK merger control

Tuesday, 27 February 2024

A keynote speech by Sarah Cardell, Chief Executive of the CMA, to the Modern EU and UK Merger Control: 20th Anniversary Conference....

Why outcomes matter

Why outcomes matter

Tuesday, 27 February 2024

A speech delivered by Martin Coleman, Non-Executive Director and Panel Chair, Competition and Markets Authority on 'why outcomes matter'. The speech w...

CMA finds fundamental concerns in housebuilding market

CMA finds fundamental concerns in housebuilding market

Monday, 26 February 2024

The CMA has concluded its housebuilding market study in England, Scotland, and Wales....

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CMA to scrutinise infant formula market through a market study

CMA to scrutinise infant formula market through a market study

Tuesday, 20 February 2024

The market study into infant formula is part of the CMA’s ongoing work to contain cost of living pressures in the groceries sector. ...

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CMA will not recommend renewal of shipping competition exemption

CMA will not recommend renewal of shipping competition exemption

Friday, 09 February 2024

The CMA will not recommend renewing a ‘block exemption’, which provides an exemption from competition law for certain forms of cooperation between lin...

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Funeral costs increased slower than inflation following CMA order

Funeral costs increased slower than inflation following CMA order

Friday, 09 February 2024

Rules requiring price transparency continue to have a positive impact on funeral sector....

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Disqualified demolition director loses High Court bid to stay in role

Disqualified demolition director loses High Court bid to stay in role

Thursday, 08 February 2024

The High Court has refused an application by a director to remain in post after being disqualified by the CMA for his role in an illegal demolition ca...

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Provisional go ahead for domestic appliances deal

Provisional go ahead for domestic appliances deal

Thursday, 08 February 2024

CMA provisionally clears the anticipated deal between Arçelik and Whirlpool, finding that consumers will continue to have a wide range of choice...

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A transatlantic perspective from the UK’s CMA

A transatlantic perspective from the UK’s CMA

Friday, 02 February 2024

A speech delivered by Sarah Cardell, Chief Executive of the CMA, to the GCR Live: Law Leaders Global 2024 conference....

CMA investigates Vifor Pharma to safeguard essential anaemia treatment

CMA investigates Vifor Pharma to safeguard essential anaemia treatment

Wednesday, 31 January 2024

The investigation will consider whether Vifor Pharma has been engaging in anti-competitive conduct....

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CMA announces 2 new senior executive appointments

CMA announces 2 new senior executive appointments

Monday, 29 January 2024

The CMA has today appointed its new General Counsel and Executive Director for Digital Markets....

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CMA launches formal investigation into Vodafone / Three merger

CMA launches formal investigation into Vodafone / Three merger

Friday, 26 January 2024

Investigation will examine the potential impact the proposed deal could have on competition for consumers and businesses....

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