Consumer Protection Act (Previously Consumer Information Act) Flashcards

1
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What does the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protect the consumer from?

A

False or misleading claims

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What does the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protect the consumer from false or misleading claims in relation to?
(3)

A

Goods
Services
Price, previous price and RRP

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3
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Give an example of where the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protects the consumer from false or misleading claims in relation to goods.

A

A jumper cannot be labelled ‘made in Ireland’ if it is manufactured outside the country

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4
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Give an example of where the Consumer Protection Act 2007 protects the consumer from false or misleading claims in relation to services.

A

A supermarket cannot advertise a 24-hour service if they close for certain hours in the day

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5
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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

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

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6
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Under the Consumer Protection Act 2007, for how long must a product be at full price before a sale can legally be made?

A

It must be at full price for 28 consecutive days in the previous three months

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