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UK government wants new powers to protect consumers from hidden fees
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new powers to crack down on so-called «drip pricing», where the initial advertised price is then loaded with extra fees by the time the purchaser reaches the checkout.
The government said that, subject to consultation, its "Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill", announced in the King's Speech, will propose new powers to tackle drip pricing.
Consumers ordering food and drink for delivery, buying package holidays, airline tickets, concert and event tickets, and sending parcels are all affected by drip pricing, the government said.
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