Consumer Protection Act (Previously Consumer Information Act) Flashcards
What does the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protect the consumer from?
False or misleading claims
What does the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protect the consumer from false or misleading claims in relation to?
(3)
Goods
Services
Price, previous price and RRP
Give an example of where the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protects the consumer from false or misleading claims in relation to goods.
A jumper cannot be labelled ‘made in Ireland’ if it is manufactured outside the country
Give an example of where the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protects the consumer from false or misleading claims in relation to services.
A supermarket cannot advertise a 24-hour service if they close for certain hours in the day
Give an example of where the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protects the consumer from false or misleading claims in relation to price, previous price and RRP.
A dress cannot be marked 50% off if the sale price is not half the original price of the item for 28 consecutive days in the previous three months
Under the Consumer Protection Act 2007, for how long must a product be at full price before a sale can legally be made?
It must be at full price for 28 consecutive days in the previous three months