Worldwide: Consumer Law

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.

"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

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published guidance and research about how businesses can use agentic AI whilst complying with consumer protection law.