2020 News Archive
April 20, 2020
Follows increasing number of online traders claiming product donations to healthcare providers which is not a guarantee of standards or suitability The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is advising...
April 2, 2020
COVID-19 Business Reminder – Payment Methods
A number of businesses including restaurants and fast food outlets may have changed, or are considering changing, their business models, including how they take payments from consumers in response to...
March 25, 2020
COVID-19 European Competition Law Joint Statement
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is a member of the European Competition Network (ECN). This is a network of 27 competition authorities within the European Union and the...
March 23, 2020
COVID-19 – CCPC Reminds Businesses that Consumer Protection Law Requirements Remain
The CCPC is responsible for enforcing competition and consumer protection legislation. In the current circumstances, there is a high demand for health products, such as hand sanitiser and surgical masks....
March 23, 2020
Consumer warning about whatadeal.ie
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has today issued a warning to consumers in relation to a website that is selling to consumers in Ireland called whatadeal.ie. The CCPC...
March 13, 2020
UPDATED: 18 March 2020 In line with Government recommendations and in the interests of staff welfare most of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s (CCPC) operations are being delivered by...
March 12, 2020
UPDATED: 18 March 2020 The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation is continually changing and you may have questions about your rights as a consumer. Our Q&A covers the most frequently asked questions...
March 11, 2020
CCPC encourages consumers to check for product safety mark on St. Patrick’s Day accessories
Although many parades have been cancelled, you might still want to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. If you plan on buying St. Patrick’s Day toys, costumes and accessories make sure to...
