State's consumer watchdog tackles businesses

Over 60 enforcement actions were taken against traders by the State’s consumer watchdog last year.

Some 29 compliance notices were issued by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to traders who were found to be in breach of consumer protection legislation.

A total of 33 fines were issued to traders found to be in breach of price display legislation, following 111 inspections nationwide. The penalty in each case was €300, to be paid within 28 days.