CMA launches probe into Worcester Bosch amid ‘greenwashing’ boiler claims October 17, 2023 It will also look at information given by Worcester Bosch about the use of hydrogen for home heating in the UK
Heathrow: CMA tells aviation regulator to look at price cap again as row rumbles on October 17, 2023 The UK competition watchdog has largely upheld a ruling forcing Heathrow to slash the amount it charges airlines for using the airport.
FSB: Reform needed as issues with e-commerce are harming small businesses October 16, 2023 The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is calling for reform as new research suggests small businesses are facing an abundance of online marketplace challenges. The research, which surveyed 1,054 small businesses, showed 53 per cent of participants currently use an online platform for their business, with 71 per cent calling these “very important.” Yet 39 [...]
The Notebook: Lucy McNulty on why the FCA must rethink its chairmanship October 16, 2023 Where the City’s top thinkers get a few things off their chest. Today, Lucy McNulty, editor of the Following the Rules podcast, takes the pen.
FTSE 100 close: London markets fall deeply into the red after Bailey’s hawkish comments on interest rates October 13, 2023 The FTSE 100 managed to eke out some gains thanks to its oil giants, who benefited from rising oil prices.
Game on! Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision gets green light from competition watchdog October 13, 2023 The CMA has green-lit the merger between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard
CMA shines a light on legal risks in collaborating over climate change October 12, 2023 The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) today released guidance to provide clarity about competition laws on environmental sustainability and climate change.
BBC and ITV suspected of competition breaches by UK regulator October 12, 2023 Britain's antitrust watchdog has opened an investigation into potential competition breaches involved in television production.
CMA launches probe into Vodafone and Three UK’s £15bn tie up October 11, 2023 Britain's antitrust watchdog is examining whether an £15bn tie-up between Vodafone and Three UK would substantially lessen competition.
Heathrow finally breaks post-pandemic record as chief steps down October 11, 2023 Heathrow Airport's passenger numbers surpassed pre-pandemic levels for the first time in September, marking a major milestone in its road to recovery.