United Kingdom

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.

FCA Opens Authorisation Gateway for Targeted Financial Support

The FCA has opened its authorisation gateway for firms seeking permission to provide targeted financial support, a new service set to launch on 6 April 2026. This initiative aims to help millions of consumers navigate financial decisions regarding pensions and investments by filling a gap between generic guidance and individual advice.

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.

Biodiesel Investigation ER0083 Initiated

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an expiry review (ER0083) concerning biodiesel products originating in the United States and consigned from Canada. Interested parties can register their interest to participate in the investigation.

Biodiesel Trade Probe - US/Canada Expiry Review

The UK Trade Remedies Authority is conducting an expiry review of biodiesel originating in the United States, also consigned from Canada. Interested parties can register their interest and submit relevant information to participate in the ongoing investigation.

Anti-subsidy Investigation: Creamy/White Limestone from Portugal

The UK's Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an anti-subsidy investigation into creamy/white limestone from Portugal. Interested parties, including exporters and domestic producers, are invited to register their interest and participate in the investigation.

Wire Rod from China Investigation - Expiry Review Update

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has provided an update on the expiry review investigation (ER0082) concerning wire rod originating from China. This update includes the publication of various documents and requires interested parties to register their interest to participate in the ongoing investigation.

Boom Lifts Anti-subsidy Investigation from China (AS0076)

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an anti-subsidy investigation into boom lifts imported from China under case AS0076. Interested parties, including manufacturers and importers, are invited to register their interest and participate in the investigation.

Higher Education Fee Limits (Wales) Regulations 2026

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Higher Education (Fee Limits) (Wales) Regulations 2026, setting maximum tuition fee limits for higher education courses in Wales. These regulations, effective March 1, 2026, establish specific fee caps for standard academic years, final years of courses, teacher training, sandwich courses, and overseas study periods.

UEFA European Championship (Scotland) Act 2026 - Ticket Touting Prohibition

The UEFA European Championship (Scotland) Act 2026 prohibits the touting of tickets for the UEFA European Championship in Glasgow. The Act defines ticket touting as selling or offering to sell tickets for more than face value or with a view to profit, with specific exceptions for authorized sellers and charity auctions. The legislation received Royal Assent on February 27, 2026.