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CMA cracks down on hidden fees in online shopping
July 13, 2026 at 07:10 PM
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Britain's competition regulator is targeting unclear pricing that adds unexpected charges at checkout.
- The CMA is cracking down on unclear online pricing that produces hidden fees at checkout.
- BBC Money Box's Dan Whitworth released a video explaining how consumers can spot extra charges before completing a purchase.
- Whitworth stated that shoppers affected by hidden fees may be entitled to compensation.
