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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is the principal competition regulator in the United Kingdom. It is a non-ministerial government department in the United Kingdom, responsible for promoting competitive markets and tackling unfair behaviour. [4]

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is an independent non-ministerial department. Our work is overseen by a Board, and led by the Chief Executive and senior team.

Jan 14, 2025 · New powers for the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) Today we are publishing our draft rules and procedural guidance covering an important aspect of the Digital Markets, Competition...

• Use the markets regime to improve the way competition works where evidence shows it can most benefit consumers • Ensure the application of competition law and policy in regulated sectors,...

Jan 7, 2025 · The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) today set out its initial plans for the new digital markets competition regime. The regime will unlock opportunities for enhanced innovation, investment ...

In the past year we have taken our place as a global competition and consumer authority, assuming substantial additional responsibilities following the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU)...

Jan 29, 2025 · And how can a regulator like the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) play a part? Well, we know that dynamic, competitive markets drive growth. But another thing we know for sure is that business investment drives growth and that here in the UK we struggle with business investment.

Jan 28, 2025 · Gurr, the former head of Amazon UK, was named as the Competition and Markets Authority’s interim chair last week, after former chair Marcus Bokkerink was ousted by ministers.

Jul 25, 2022 · The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is the UK’s principal authority responsible for competition and consumer protection. It enforces competition and market regulation by investigating cases, providing rulings, issuing penalties and supporting government and other market regulators.