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Initial Consultation Exercise – Estate Agents and Landlords Bill 2012

The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) and the Department of Social Care (DSC) are currently progressing the Estate Agents and Landlords Bill 2012 (Bill). The purpose of this initial consultation exercise is to outline a number of significant issues and broa…

Politicians to lend an ear to young people’s views

YOUNG people have aired their views on a range of issues affecting them – and it is hoped a new method can be found by which politicians can formally canvas the opinions of under 21s before making major decisions that might affect them.

London 2012 Lottery Board Scam

A new potential scam has been brought to the attention of the Office. The scam involves consumers being advised by letter that as a result of a draw they are entitled to a lump sum payout.