Find out about changes that affect the things you buy, the services you use and your rights as a consumer. We cover prices, consumer rights, products, charges, protections and other changes that could affect everyday spending and buying decisions.
From 1 January 2027, the rules on who can legally be sold tobacco products, herbal smoking products and cigarette papers will change across the UK. Instead of using a simple age limit, the new system uses a fixed date of birth: retailers will not be able to sell these products to anyone born on or…
The TV Licence is going up again in 2027. If you already pay for a TV Licence, the change is straightforward: you will pay more from April 2027. The part that is not known yet is the new price. The Government has confirmed another inflation-linked increase, but it has not announced the 2027/28 fee yet….
From 1 October 2027, deposit return schemes will begin across the UK, changing the way people buy and return many single-use drinks containers. For eligible plastic bottles and metal cans, shoppers will pay a 20p refundable deposit when they buy the drink and can get that money back when they return the empty container to…
Single bus fares on participating services in England outside London will be capped at £2 from 1st January 2027. The new cap will run throughout 2027 and replace the current national £3 bus fare cap. LAST CHECKED: 29th September 2026 Change takes effect: 1st January 2027 Where: England, outside London Who is affected: People using…
New UK subscription rules are due to make covered subscriptions easier to understand and cancel, with reminders and new 14-day cooling-off rights in certain situations.
From 1st October 2026, new food promotion rules will restrict how certain foods and drinks that are high in fat, sugar or salt are promoted and displayed in Scotland. The changes will affect some familiar offers and displays in larger shops, as well as certain online promotions, although they will not stop people from buying…
Tobacco Duty rises on 1 October 2026. See the new UK rates, the HMRC illustrative impact on cigarettes and other tobacco products, and what it means for shop prices.
Vaping Products Duty starts on 1 October 2026 at £2.20 per 10ml of vaping liquid. Here is what the new tax means for vape prices, products and existing stock.
The confirmed UK changes taking effect in October 2026, including energy bills, employment rights, tobacco and vaping duties, renting, careers support and driving.