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Chocolate bars secretly shrinking in shrinkflation scandal
Major confectionery brands including Cadbury, Mars and Nestlé are quietly reducing product sizes while maintaining prices in a sneaky cost-cutting practice known as 'shrinkflation'.
Shrinkflation: Your Favourite Products Are Shrinking
UK shoppers face hidden price hikes as popular grocery items shrink while prices stay the same. Discover which products are affected and how to fight back.
Shrinkflation Shame: Your Favourite Products Getting Smaller
Exclusive investigation reveals how major brands are quietly reducing product sizes while maintaining or increasing prices, hitting British households during cost of living crisis.
FDA Alert: Coca-Cola and Sprite Products Recalled
Major recall hits Coca-Cola products as FDA issues urgent safety alert. Discover which Sprite and Coke beverages are being pulled from shelves due to potential contamination risks.
Chipotle Settles Gift Card Lawsuit for $1.875 Million
Chipotle Mexican Grill agrees to significant settlement after facing legal action over dormant gift card fees. Discover how this affects UK consumers and what it means for your digital wallet rights.
Coca-Cola Recall: Texas Products Pulled Over Safety Fears
Texas consumers warned as Coca-Cola products removed from shelves following quality control issues. Discover which items are affected and safety recommendations.
Unilever restructures North American business operations
Consumer goods giant Unilever announces significant restructuring of its North American operations, affecting household names including Dove, Marmite and Magnum as part of global efficiency drive.
Lidl's packaging revolution hits all UK stores
Discount supermarket giant Lidl is transforming its packaging across all UK stores in a major sustainability push that will affect millions of shoppers.
Florida grandmother outsmarts phone scammer
A sharp-witted Florida senior turned the tables on a phone scammer, exposing the fraud and warning others about sophisticated cons targeting vulnerable people.
Sofa replacement scandal: Your consumer rights explained
When a furniture retailer replaced a defective £1,399 sofa with a model £200 cheaper, a consumer rights battle began. Discover your legal standing when companies substitute inferior products.
Climate crisis transforms your chocolate forever
Extreme weather devastates cocoa crops, sending prices soaring and forcing manufacturers to use cheaper alternatives in your chocolate bars.
Tesco price shock: £17 difference between stores
A savvy shopper's experiment reveals staggering price differences between two Tesco stores just miles apart, exposing the supermarket's controversial pricing strategy.
Ireland Pioneers Landmark 'Right to Repair' Consumer Legislation
Ireland pioneers sweeping new consumer rights legislation that could revolutionise product lifespan and challenge planned obsolescence across Europe.
John Lewis £500 Compensation Deadline - Claim Now!
Shoppers who purchased from John Lewis between specific dates could claim up to £500 compensation as legal action deadline approaches. Don't miss out on this potential payout.
Aldi price match deals investigated by trading standards
An in-depth investigation reveals concerns about Aldi's popular price match scheme as trading standards examine whether supermarket comparisons are truly equivalent
Woolworths' Big W Ad Banned for Misleading Prices
Australia's advertising watchdog has ruled against Woolworths' Big W promotion, finding the 'Every Day Low Prices' campaign misled consumers about genuine discounts.
115+ food products disappear from UK supermarkets
Major food brand quietly removes over 115 products from UK supermarkets, leaving customers frustrated and confused about disappearing favourites.
UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears
New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.
Lloyds adds £800m to car finance compensation pot
Lloyds Banking Group faces mounting costs as it allocates another £800 million to cover compensation for historical motor finance commission claims, bringing total provisions to a staggering £2 billion.
Cadbury chocolate bars shrink in shrinkflation move
Cadbury's Dairy Milk and other popular chocolate bars have quietly reduced in size while maintaining the same price, leaving British consumers feeling short-changed and disappointed.
M&S Shrinkflation Fury: Products Shrink, Prices Don't
Marks & Spencer customers are expressing outrage after noticing significant size reductions in popular food products while prices remain unchanged or increase.
Tesco's £1 Trolley Deposit Divides Shoppers
Tesco customers are split after discovering new £1 coin trolleys requiring deposit tokens, sparking debate about convenience versus anti-theft measures in supermarkets.
Target's 'Tarjay' Vibe: US Retail Giant Targets UK Expansion
Exclusive insight into Target's ambitious UK expansion strategy, including their clever 'Tarjay' rebranding and premium product offerings designed to win over British consumers.
Tesco yellow sticker debate divides shoppers
Shoppers are divided over Tesco's famous yellow sticker reductions after one customer's discovery raised questions about the supermarket's pricing strategy and true value for money.
Starbucks UK sales plunge amid consumer shift
Starbucks faces mounting challenges in the UK market with significant sales declines, store closures, and changing consumer preferences threatening its dominance.
McDonald's Monopoly Returns Amid Price Increases
As McDonald's brings back its popular Monopoly promotion, customers face higher menu prices and reduced prize opportunities. Discover how the fast-food giant's latest campaign compares to previous years.
Batiste Dry Shampoo Recall Over Safety Concerns
Major safety recall hits Batiste's Tropical fragrance as experts warn against using affected batches. Full details on batch codes and refund procedures.
Samsung Galaxy Ring user hospitalised with severe skin reaction
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking health scare as Samsung's new Galaxy Ring leaves British user with chemical burns and blisters, raising serious questions about wearable technology safety standards.
Olive Garden Portion Sizes Shrink as Prices Rise
British diners are noticing significant changes at Olive Garden restaurants, with many reporting smaller portion sizes while menu prices continue to climb. Discover what's really happening with your favourite unlimited soup, salad, and breadsticks.
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