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The OFT has  published an economic perspective of the interactions of consumer and competition policy.

Economics is a core part of the work of the OFT in respect of UK competition, regulation and consumer policy issues. The OFT employs over 70 economists who play an important role in competition, regulation and consumer casework. The OFT also maintains a core policy team headed by a chief economist.

In order to address some of the key issues facing UK competition and consumer policy the OFT has an ongoing programme of economic research. Partly this is carried out through the commissioning of studies and partly through internal staff work. The intention is that, where possible, research findings should be made available to a wider audience of practitioners both for information and as a basis for discussion.

If you have any suggestions for future research topics on all aspects of UK competition and consumer policy please email econ.research@oft.gsi.gov.uk.

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