- Ryanair improves the clarity of its website and advertising
3 July 2009 - OFT to review high cost consumer credit sector
2 July 2009 - OFT accepts divestments in Global/GCap radio merger
1 July 2009 - OFT publishes revised guidance on Merger jurisdiction and procedure
30 June 2009 - Online discount scheme agrees to change sign up process
24 June 2009
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Find press releases, speeches, news of OFT events and campaigns, and key facts about the OFT.PRESS RELEASES
CAMPAIGNS
The OFT regularly runs campaigns to raise business and consumer awareness on a variety of different issues.
Consumer Codes Approval Scheme
The CCAS campaign is aimed at raising awareness of the OFT's Consumer Codes Approval Scheme and the benefits it offers to consumers and businesses.
Local authority assured trader schemes
Local authority schemes aim to give consumers a reliable way of finding trustworthy local businesses.
Doorstep selling
Last year, the OFT and BERR jointly carried out a campaign to warn businesses and consumers about the change in the regulations to buying goods and services in the home. This autumn we'll be helping older consumers deal with high-pressure sales and tactics on the doorstep.
Save Xmas
The OFT is running a long-term campaign to inform consumers about the different options for short-term saving for events like Christmas.
Scams
The OFT is running a scams awareness campaign to provide consumers with information and advice on how to identify scams and protect themselves and others.
Consumer education
Skilled to go – a toolkit for teachers that develops consumer skills knowledge and confidence alongside literacy and numeracy skills.
WHAT'S NEW
Ryanair has taken a number of voluntary steps to increase the clarity and transparency of its website and other advertising after reaching an agreement with the OFT.
The OFT has launched a review into the supply of high cost credit as part of its ongoing Financial Services Strategy.
The OFT has accepted the undertakings offered by Global Radio UK Limited to address the competition concerns arising from its completed acquisition of GCap Media plc.
SPEECHES
- International Competition Network closing speech - John Fingleton, OFT Chief Executive
International Competition Network closing speech by John Fingleton, OFT Chief Executive
5 June 2009
- OFT telephone enquiries:08457 22 44 99
- Consumer Direct telephone enquiries:08454 04 05 06