Consumer groups
Coverage of Consumer groups in the Nexus archive.
- Tensions flare as $34-billion Charter-Cox cable deal nears finish line
Spectrum owner Charter Communications is nearing its $34.5-billion purchase of Cox Enterprises to form a major internet and cable television company. However, consumer groups are actively seeking more protections for diversity and other measures.
- No decision yet on petrol blending beyond 20% ethanol, says minister
The minister stated there is no decision yet on petrol blending beyond 20% ethanol and that there are no widespread or substantiated complaints from vehicle manufacturers, automobile associations, or consumer groups regarding engine failure.
- ‘Buy now, pay later’ rules could exclude millions, warn consumer groups
Consumer groups warn that new 'buy now, pay later' rules could exclude millions of people. The overhaul of the £14 billion market requires lenders to conduct affordability checks.
- Consumer groups complain of greenwashing by energy firms
Consumer groups and rights organisations are criticizing energy firms for greenwashing. They argue that a proposed Green Claims Directive needs to be revived from limbo to address misleading environmental claims.