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CMA Private Dental Services Market Study Engagement Guidance

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the UK's private dental services sector, focusing on market performance and potential improvements. The CMA is inviting views on the proposed scope, with a deadline for responses on April 2, 2026.

CMA Launches Private Dental Services Market Study

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the supply of private dental services in the UK. The CMA is inviting views from consumers and dental professionals by April 2, 2026, on the proposed scope of the study.

CMA Call for Evidence: Private Dental Services Consumer Experience

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened a call for evidence regarding consumers' experiences with private dental services in the UK. The consultation seeks views on factors influencing choices and payment methods for private treatments and closes on March 19, 2026.

CMA Investigates Hotel Data Sharing for Competition Law Infringement

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened an investigation into suspected anti-competitive information sharing among hotel providers via a data services provider. The investigation, which commenced on March 2, 2026, involves major hotel chains including CoStar, Hilton, IHG, and Marriott.

CMA Investigates Hotel Chains for Sensitive Information Sharing

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Hilton, IHG, and Marriott for suspected sharing of competitively sensitive information via the STR data analytics tool. The probe will examine potential infringements of competition law.

CMA Subsidy Advice Unit reviews Green Heat Network Fund scheme

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has accepted a request to review the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's modified Green Heat Network Fund subsidy scheme. The SAU will provide advice on whether the scheme complies with subsidy control requirements, with a report due by April 10, 2026.

CMA Advocates Non-Compete Clause Reform and Salary Threshold Ban

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has responded to a government working paper on reforming non-compete clauses in employment contracts. The CMA advocates for reforms, including a ban on non-competes below a salary threshold, to enhance labour market mobility.

CMA Investigates ABF Acquisition of Hovis Merger

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into the anticipated acquisition of Hovis Group Limited by Associated British Foods plc. The inquiry is currently in Phase 2, with a statutory deadline of June 24, 2026.

CMA Investigates Hays Travel Merger

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched merger inquiries into Hays Travel's acquisitions of Polka Dot Travel and Millington Travel. Initial enforcement orders have been served, and phase 1 decision deadlines are set for April 2026.

Homes England Subsidy Referral for 2020 Developments Luton

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published its final report advising Homes England on a proposed £29.5 million subsidy to 2020 Developments (Luton) Limited. This subsidy is for infrastructure development to unlock residential and employment space.