UK PM Burnham vows to end ‘subscription traps’ amid cost-of-living crisis

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Aug 10 Morning

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South China Morning Post12h ago

UK PM Burnham vows to end ‘subscription traps’ amid cost-of-living crisis

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to tackle the cost-of-living crisis by cracking down on difficult-to-cancel subscriptions and fake discounts. Downing Street confirmed the initiative on Sunday. This announcement coincides with Burnham's return to work after a holiday and the commencement of a national tour to engage with citizens about their financial concerns. In a statement, Burnham expressed that the public is weary of deceptive discounts and subscription services that are challenging to terminate or automatically renew at increased prices.

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Burnham stated that 'people are sick and tired of rip-off discounts and subscription traps'.

— Andy Burnham

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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham vows to crack down on hard-to-cancel subscriptions and fake discounts.

— Downing Street

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These measures are part of a plan to tackle the cost-of-living crisis.

— Downing Street

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Subscription traps involve subscriptions that are difficult to cancel or automatically renew at a higher cost.

— Andy Burnham

Aug 9 Evening

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The Guardian - World News13h ago

Burnham vows crackdown on ‘rip-off’ business practices to ease cost of living

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a crackdown on "rip-off" business practices aimed at easing the cost of living for consumers. The first measures will include a ban on fake discounts, such as misleading "was" prices, and making it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions. These initiatives are expected to save consumers approximately £400 million annually. The government will consult on the specifics of the pricing ban in the autumn, with the goal of implementing changes swiftly. These actions are part of a broader strategy of "everyday fixes" to address household financial pressures. Burnham stated that the government will intervene where it can to save people money and remove obstacles.

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The Guardian - World NewsYesterday

Andy Burnham to tour Britain in effort to reconnect government with public

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is embarking on a national tour this week to reconnect the government with the public. During his tour, he is expected to announce policies aimed at addressing the cost of living crisis and improving the country's high streets. Burnham's initiative, described as a "10-year plan to bring back hope," involves visiting areas that have seen a decline in Labour support or have been impacted by industrial changes, such as Port Talbot. The government plans to introduce pro-consumer measures to alleviate financial pressures on citizens. However, opposition parties, including the Conservatives and Reform UK, have criticized Burnham's proposals, accusing him of ineffectual policies and hypocrisy, while the Liberal Democrats have labeled the tour a "vanity tour."

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Andy Burnham vows to crack down on 'rip-off' business practices to ease the cost of living.

— Andy Burnham

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A poll found 30% of people listed the economy as a leading concern, and 22% listed inflation or prices specifically.

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The government will ban misleading pricing practices, including fake 'was' prices and invented reductions.

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Ministers will consult in the autumn on the precise practices covered and how the ban will work.

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Andy Burnham will undertake a national tour to improve the government’s connection with the British public.