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In the July 2009 Consumer White Paper, the UK Government asked the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) to develop a longer term national strategy for consumer protection and enforcement on the internet. The strategy will enable the OFT, local authority Trading Standards Services and other agencies to work together more effectively to promote the safe and vibrant operation of internet markets. A consultation on the strategy is now open and seeks to build on the success of the UK digital economy, improving confidence, increasing capability and strengthening the effectiveness of enforcement. From now until 13 October, the OFT are asking for views on a range of proposals and actions that centre around three key areas of empowering consumers; promoting business compliance; and enforcement. 

The consultation and details of how to respond are available on the OFT’s website. For additional information please email the OFT's econsumer protection team. The final strategy is expected to be published by the end of 2010.