Consumers and competition

We are seeking your views on the use and regulation of fireworks in Scotland.

More detail about the current legislation and regulations on the sale and use of fireworks in Scotland.

Analysis of responses received to our consultation on the proposed powers and functions of a new statutory body, Consumer Scotland. The consultation was open between July and September 2018.

Action plan outlining our committment to tackling unfair parcel delivery charges.

The purpose of this consultation is to gather views from stakeholders on the proposed powers and functions of a new consumer body, called Consumer Scotland.

Consultation on pet rescue centres.

1,200 vulnerable people will be protected.

Response to Scotland’s Nuisance Calls Commission, with actions to empower and protect individuals and encourage better business behaviour.

New measures introduced to tackle nuisance and scam callers.

Views sought on legislative changes.

Brown: UK Government must do more.

Brown: UK Government must do more.

Brown: UK Government must do more.

Brown: UK Government must do more.

Steps to combat issue to be discussed at second Nuisance Call Commission.

Provides details of our recently devolved consumer and competition powers.

Steps to combat issue to be discussed at industry-first summit.

More renewable heat than ever before.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Scottish Government brings experts together to tackle the problem.

Our first step in identifying markets where Scottish consumers may not be getting a fair deal.