Sanwo-Olu pledges commitment to consumer protection
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance of consumer protection during the World Consumer Rights Day celebration.
Dream vacation turned into disaster and the traveler demanded hefty compensation for the subpar hotel
A traveler faced disappointment when a luxury five-star hotel did not meet expectations, leading to a complaint to the consumer protection agency.
The PTAC has restricted access to the online store "iizii.eu"
The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) of Latvia has limited access to the online store "iizii.eu", operated by Estonian company "VSBusiness", due to multiple consumer complaints about unfair commercial practices.
Procon fines gas stations after identifying 'arbitrary increase' in prices in Natal
The consumer protection agency Procon RN has fined gas stations in Natal for applying unjustified price increases above the acquisition costs of fuel.
ZZS Skeptical about the Plan to Transfer Quick Loan Supervision to the Bank of Latvia
The Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) expresses skepticism about the proposal to transfer the supervision of non-bank lenders to the Bank of Latvia, unlike other coalition partners.
Consumer Rights Day: how to file a complaint with Consumer Defense and the deadlines involved
The article outlines the steps to file a complaint through Consumer Defense in Argentina on World Consumer Rights Day, emphasizing consumer protection rights established by law.
Why is World Consumer Rights Day celebrated today?
World Consumer Rights Day is celebrated on March 15 to highlight the importance of protecting consumers.
The European Union strengthens the rights of clients of travel agencies. New rules for tourist events
The European Union has updated its directive to clarify what constitutes a package tour and establish new rules for the use of vouchers and cancellation by customers.
Consumer Day: Message to Share Gathers Tips for Tourists
Consumer Day on March 15 celebrates consumer rights, highlighting the importance of knowledge and protection for shoppers.
Residents complain about possible misleading information regarding water meter verification
Latvian residents have reported complaints to the Consumer Rights Protection Centre about potentially misleading practices related to water meter verification offers.
PTAC warns: Residents are misled about supposedly mandatory water meter verification or replacement
The Latvian Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has warned residents that they are being misled by companies claiming that verification or replacement of water meters is mandatory.
Consumer Protectors Intensify Monitoring of Fuel Traders; Call to Report Suspicious Price Hikes
Latvia's Consumer Rights Protection Center is increasing monitoring of fuel retailers and urging consumers to report unusual price increases amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East affecting oil and gas markets.
Consumer Protection after Citizen Concerns Intensifies Monitoring of Fuel Prices
Latvia's Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) will enhance monitoring of fuel prices due to rising concerns from citizens about recent price increases.
Your Face Will Have Copyright: The Pioneering Law That Will Protect Our Biometric Data
A Danish consumer organization initiated a campaign to raise awareness about the risks of sharing personal data online by offering bakery goods in exchange for revealing private information.
To shop more conveniently, PTAC encourages the use of food price comparison tools
The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) in Latvia is encouraging the use of food price comparison tools to help consumers save money as food prices continue to rise.
Cancelled trips and flights. What are travelers' rights?
In light of the security situation in the Middle East, the Consumer Rights Protection Centre in Latvia has clarified travelers' rights regarding cancelled flights and packages.
Procon SP finds lack of prices and expired products in 30 of 116 businesses in Baixada Santista
Procon SP's summer operation discovered significant compliance issues in the food and retail sectors in Baixada Santista, with 30 out of 116 establishments inspected found violating consumer protection regulations.
Important Message from the Consumer Rights Protection Service for Those Who Have Tickets to the Canceled Monika Liu Concert
The Consumer Rights Protection Service of Lithuania advises ticket holders of the canceled Monika Liu concert on how to apply for refunds.
The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has put the furniture and interior goods online store in the spotlight
The PTAC is investigating online store www.n1home.lv due to consumer complaints regarding delayed deliveries and issues with refunds on purchases.
Dirty oven and stains on the door – landlord withheld the entire rental deposit
A Finnish consumer dispute board recommends that a landlord return 1,460 euros of a 1,500-euro rental deposit that was withheld due to alleged property damages and cleaning deficiencies.
Customer has bag stolen inside store and Justice says company is not responsible
A customer in Brazil lost a bag within a store, and the court has ruled that the store is not liable for the theft.
Profeco publishes new guidelines for ticket sellers in Mexico
The Federal Consumer Prosecutor's Office (Profeco) in Mexico has published mandatory guidelines for ticket sales for concerts with over 20,000 attendees to enhance consumer protection.
No more dynamic pricing! Profeco establishes new guidelines for mass events
Profeco has implemented new guidelines for mass events in Mexico, enhancing consumer protection by mandating clearer information about ticket sales.
Key issues impacting consumers that may be judged in 2025
The article discusses significant consumer rights issues expected to be examined by Brazil's Supreme Court and Superior Court of Justice, including the commercialization of personal data and airline liability for flight cancellations.
"I was disappointed": Lalo España asks Profeco for help; the company organizing 'Enrollados' has not refunded the money to the public
Lalo España is urging affected attendees of the 'Enrollados' show to seek help from the consumer protection agency Profeco due to the organizer's failure to refund ticket costs as promised.
When Sarin's dog got sick, a long dispute began - under these criteria, the pet's price can be fully refunded
A pet owner disputes pet return policies after their dog became ill and discovers potential refund options under consumer protection laws in Finland.
PTAC imposes a 5000 euro fine on Liene Porīte for selling unlicensed travel services on Facebook
The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has fined Liene Porīte 5000 euros for unlawfully offering travel services related to the 'Breakfasts in Tuscany' project on Facebook.
PTAC imposes a 5000 euro fine on a woman for offering unlicensed travel services
The Consumer Rights Protection Center (PTAC) in Latvia fined a woman 5000 euros for offering unlicensed travel packages on Facebook, requiring her to cease her unfair commercial practices immediately.
UOKiK: the operator cannot punish subscribers for late payment in this way
The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) in Poland ruled that T-Mobile's practice of penalizing subscribers with delayed payments by revoking discounts is unfair.
The Mysterious Client from UOKiK Will Check Who Violates Consumer Rights
The Polish government is set to enhance consumer protection by granting UOKiK inspectors new powers for identifying violations following EU regulations.
Shutdown of service-providing website 'dinnerinthesky.lv'
The Latvian Consumer Rights Protection Center has closed the website 'dinnerinthesky.lv' to prevent the sale of tickets for an event that is likely to be unfulfilled, in cooperation with Estonian authorities.
Closed website of the services offered by the Estonian company 'Dinner in the sky'
Latvia's Consumer Rights Protection Centre has shut down the website of the 'Dinner in the sky' service to prevent consumer fraud due to unfulfilled events.
Nauris Puntulis Proposes Law Changes to Mandate Service Provision in Latvian Language
Nauris Puntulis, a deputy from the opposition National Alliance in Latvia, proposes amendments to the Consumer Rights Protection Law to require communication with consumers in the state language.
PTAC has received several applications regarding the concert 'For My Homeland'
The Consumer Rights Protection Center (PTAC) has received multiple inquiries from consumers who purchased tickets for the concert 'For My Homeland' and no longer wish to attend due to the absence of Raimonds Pauls.
Netflix sued for R$ 10 million for ending password sharing
Netflix faces a R$ 10 million lawsuit for its decision to end password sharing, initiated by consumer protection association Aceba.
PTAC prohibits company "Baltijas suvenīri" from distributing an improper Latvian national flag
The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has banned the company "Baltijas suvenīri" from distributing a Latvian national flag that does not meet regulatory standards.
Magazine: State Institution to Pay Paul Timrot 1000 Euros in Compensation
The Consumer Rights Protection Center engaged in legal proceedings with car expert Paul Timrot after an unsuccessful educational campaign related to car sales, which he refused to participate in due to being assigned a role as a fraudster.
Mamdani’s Consumer Protection Commissioner Vows More Aggressive Action
The Consumer Protection Commissioner under Mamdani has promised to take more assertive measures to protect consumer rights.
Price Increase at Prime – Customers Can Join Class Action Against Amazon
Customers can join a class action lawsuit initiated by a consumer protection agency against Amazon's unilateral price increase of its Prime subscription in the summer of 2022, which activists argue is unlawful.
Can former students of the old Collegium Humanum sleep peacefully? New information from KRD
The president of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection, Tomasz Chróstny, has provided new information regarding the potential violation of student rights related to the former Collegium Humanum, now known as the 'Varsovia' university.