United Kingdom: Consumer Law

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Fundraising Regulator Holds Consultation On Free Draw Operators
The Fundraising Regulator has launched a consultation proposing new registration thresholds for free draw operators, requiring them to contribute 20% of ticket sales to charity—matching society lottery standards. These proposed changes follow the Government's publication of a Voluntary Code of Good Practice for Prize Draw Operators and could significantly impact how charitable free draws operate in the UK.
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Withers LLP
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Matt Clark, EMEA Leader, Retail At AlixPartners, Comments On BRC-Sensormatic Footfall Monitor Statistics
"While March's footfall figures are up – a welcome boost for the challenging retail market – the numbers aren't as high as one might expect, given that the Easter trading period took place earlier than last year. The backdrop of poor weather, geopolitical conflict and inflationary pressures likely contributed to general consumer malaise, and the sudden spike in energy and fuel costs will have reduced discretionary spendin
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AlixPartners
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Investment Management Update - April 2026
The Financial Conduct Authority has released a series of regulatory updates and priorities for the investment management sector, introducing new operational resilience requirements, reforming advice market rules, and modernizing the redress system. These developments signal significant changes in how firms must approach consumer protection, operational incident reporting, and third-party arrangements while balancing growth objectives with regulatory compliance.
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Macfarlanes LLP
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