New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds
Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said.
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"Trying to cancel the subscription was 'exasperating'."
— Kim Biggs , Other
"These new rules will help put consumers in the driving seat with proper transparency and protection."
— Sue Davies , Activist
"I'm excited. I think this is good for customers."
— Timo Boldt , Executive
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Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said.
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