Ministers crack down on buy-to-let rip-offs
News Article 11 May 2005
The government has launched a High Court bid to close down six property firms it is concerned are exploiting "get rich quick" schemes.
Card fraud surges, despite chip and PIN
Press Review 8 March 2005
Credit and debit card fraud has increased to a record £500 million despite the introduction of new chip and PIN technology.
Finance & Leasing Association
Government Affairs Website
Committee launches latest shot against credit cards
News Article 4 February 2005
MPs have continued their war against credit card companies with a hard-hitting report calling for greater consumer protection.
Consumer Credit Bill
Policy Consultation 13 December 2004
Comments from the National Consumer Council and APACS.
Consumer Credit Bill (Failed Bill 2004/05 Session)
Legislation 23 November 2004
“Consumer credit law will be updated to provide greater protection from unfair lending practices and create a fairer and more competitive credit market.”
Watchdog challenges consumer regulators
Press Review 15 October 2004
The National Audit Office has called into question the cost effectiveness of bodies such as Energywatch and Postwatch.
Which
Government Affairs Website
Sutcliffe steps in to stop warranty worries
News Article 28 July 2004
The consumers' minister has set out plans to clamp down on the mis-selling of extended warranties.
Action pledged on 'unscrupulous traders'
News Article 14 July 2004
Patricia Hewitt has set out plans for tougher action against dishonest door-to-door salesmen.
Forum Brief: Home information packs
Policy Consultation 6 July 2004
Comment from the Law Society, the Consumers' Association and the Construction Products Association.
Forum of Private Business
Government Affairs Website
Energy Retail Association: Welcome
Government Affairs Website Page
Forum Brief: Store cards
Policy Consultation 19 March 2004
Comment from the Liberal Democrats, the National Consumer Council, the Consumers Association and Nationwide.
Competition watchdog to review store card industry
News Article 18 March 2004
The trading standards watchdog has ordered a review of competition in the store card industry.
