CCPC

Question 1

Competition and Consumer Protection Commission

Answer 1

Independent body that enforces competition and consumer laws in Ireland

Question 2

Roles of the CCPC

Answer 2

• Informs consumers of their rights
• Investigates breaches of consumer law
• Advises the government
• Personal finance info and education
• Enforces product safety regulations

Question 3

Informs consumers of their rights

Answer 3

Operates a website and telephone helpline to give consumers info about their consumer rights
Gives consumers information to help manage their money
Runs campaigns to raise awareness of consumer rights

Question 4

Investigates Breaches of Consumer Law

Answer 4

Can:
- Issue on-the-spot fines for breaching price display regulations
- Prosecute traders who break consumer laws

Question 5

Advises the Government

Answer 5

Conducts Research to identify areas where consumers need greater protection
Informs the gov on how any new laws or law changes would impact consumers

Question 6

Personal finance information and education

Answer 6

Provides financial information and education to consumers
Runs public awareness campaigns and financial education programmes in workplaces and schools

Question 7

Enforces Product Safety Regulations

Answer 7

Ensures producers and retailers obey relevant product safety regulation.
Shares information about dangerous products across the EU