Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.
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Labour to crack down on holiday rip-off charges
Exclusive: New Labour government prepares to review hidden card fees and holiday surcharges that cost British families millions each year. Consumer rights revolution begins.
Appliances Built to Break: The Throwaway Truth
From planned obsolescence to repair restrictions, discover why modern appliances have shockingly short lifespans and what UK consumers can do to combat the throwaway culture costing households billions.
Hotels charge guests £100 for bad reviews
An investigation reveals how some UK hotels are demanding five-star reviews or charging guests penalty fees, sparking consumer rights concerns across the hospitality industry.
Martin Lewis: Banks face £10bn car finance payout
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis celebrates as UK banks face paying up to £10 billion to customers mis-sold car finance deals in what's being called the new PPI scandal.
Ofgem Faces Backlash Over Energy Standing Charge Hikes
Millions of UK households face controversial standing charge increases as Ofgem's price cap changes, sparking consumer outrage and calls for reform.
Shopper wins £500 after buying six bags of pasta
A clever shopper reveals how a simple supermarket loyalty scheme mistake turned into a massive £500 payout, proving that checking your receipts really does pay off.
Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.
Vegas Hotels Reject Dynamic Pricing in Lobby Shops
Major Las Vegas resorts are making a bold move against controversial surge pricing by guaranteeing fixed prices on essentials in their lobby stores, offering relief to travellers.
Candy's tumble dryer safety failure: 18-month ordeal
Exclusive: How a known fire-risk fault in a Candy dryer left a UK customer without a working appliance for a year and a half, despite safety warnings.
Insurance claims rejection fury triggers FCA investigation
A surge in consumer anger over rejected insurance claims has triggered a full-scale investigation by the Financial Conduct Authority into potentially unfair practices by UK insurers.
Amazon sued by US regulators over Prime subscription tactics
The US Federal Trade Commission has launched a significant legal challenge against Amazon, alleging the tech giant used 'manipulative' tactics to trap customers into Prime subscriptions and deliberately complicated cancellation processes.
Travel Agent Investigated Over £20k Holiday Scam
Devon and Cornwall Police are investigating a travel agent after furious holidaymakers claim they were left thousands of pounds out of pocket for cancelled flights and hotels.
FCA censures Admiral over PPI complaint mishandling
The Financial Conduct Authority has publicly censured Admiral Insurance for systematically mishandling PPI complaints, failing to properly investigate claims, and unfairly rejecting customers.
FCA pays £30k after Ombudsman ruling over misleading advice
The Financial Conduct Authority has been ordered to pay compensation after the Financial Ombudsman Service ruled it gave 'unclear and misleading' advice to a customer of Admiral Insurance.
Ticketmaster Accused of Aiding Scalpers in Lawsuit
A bombshell lawsuit alleges Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation secretly collaborated with professional scalpers, enabling ticket resales at inflated prices for profit.
Harrods Shock: Customer Demands Refund For 10-Year-Old Sandwich
A woman's attempt to return a decade-old Harrods sandwich for a refund has sparked disbelief and gone viral, raising questions about consumer rights and food safety at the iconic London store.
Kmart's Secret Facial Recognition Trial Sparks Privacy Fury
Kmart Australia faces a consumer firestorm after a hidden facial recognition trial was exposed in a South Australian store, raising serious questions about customer privacy and biometric data consent.
Salon fines customer £5,000 for negative Google review
A Nottingham hair salon's controversial 'no bad reviews' policy sparks online fury after charging a client thousands for a negative Google rating. The beauty industry debate over reputation management vs. consumer rights intensifies.
Dad's typo nightmare: £1,500 phone bill from son's error
A father from Weston-super-Mare faced instant financial horror after his son's innocent typo on a phone upgrade spiralled into a staggering £1,500 bill. This cautionary tale reveals the shocking cost of a simple mistake and the fight to get the money back
UK Cinema Chain Bans Outside Food & Drink
A major UK cinema chain has implemented a strict new policy prohibiting outside food and beverages, causing outrage among moviegoers and sparking debate on consumer rights.
UK's 'Dupes' Boom: The Dark Side of Fake Luxury Handbags
Exclusive investigation reveals the sophisticated world of counterfeit luxury handbags in the UK, from social media sellers to the legal grey areas duping consumers and designers alike.
DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.
QLD's 'Hostile' Indigenous Policies Condemned by Rights Chief
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner condemns the Queensland government's 'punitive and hostile' approach to First Nations people, warning of devastating human rights violations.
Warren's Bill: Ban Credit Checks for Hiring
US Senator Elizabeth Warren launches a groundbreaking bill to outlaw the use of credit reports in hiring, aiming to break the poverty cycle and create a fairer job market for millions of Americans.
Debt Collector Hell: Pursued for a Stranger's Bills
A UK man's five-year ordeal with relentless debt collectors over a stranger's unpaid bills exposes a shocking flaw in the system. Discover how to protect yourself from wrongful debt pursuit.
UK Firms Harass Bereaved Families for Payments, Report Finds
A damning report reveals UK companies are failing bereaved customers, with families harassed for payments and forced through complex 'death admin' while grieving.
Walmart Leak: Receipt Check Policy Set for Major Overhaul
A leaked internal memo from Walmart suggests the retail giant is set to abolish its controversial ' receipt check' policy for customers, potentially ending a major point of friction at store exits across the UK and US.
Pub's card reader exposes shocking 10% contactless surcharge
A London pub's hidden card reader revealed a staggering 10% surcharge on contactless payments, sparking a national conversation on transparency and the cost of a pint.
New UK 14-Day Online Returns Rule Explained
A major new UK consumer rights expansion means you now have a mandatory 14-day period to return almost anything bought online. Here's what you need to know.
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