Government brings forward ban on subscription traps and misleading pricing
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Government brings forward ban on subscription traps and misleading pricing

10 Aug 2026 · Originally published 9 Aug 2026 7/10 Original headline: Burnham brings forward ban on 'subscription traps' to ease cost of living
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is accelerating plans to make cancelling unwanted subscriptions easier and to outlaw fake 'was' pricing in shops. By implementing these measures by January 2027, the government aims to help households save on everyday costs and prevent consumers from being rolled onto expensive contracts without their knowledge.
Source: BBC News UK National
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