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Swedish Minister Supports Closer Scrutiny of Influencers by Consumer Agency
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Swedish Minister Supports Closer Scrutiny of Influencers by Consumer Agency

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Top Swedish Influencers Face Investigation Over Advertising Violations
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Top Swedish Influencers Face Investigation Over Advertising Violations

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Well-known influencers like Bianca Ingrosso, Therese Lindgren, and Matilda Djerf will be investigated by the Consumer Agency. Breaches of the Marketing Act may ultimately lead to them being forced to pay a fine
Young Adults Urged to Contribute Financially at Home, Survey Reveals
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Young Adults Urged to Contribute Financially at Home, Survey Reveals

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Young adults living with their parents rarely pay for themselves. This is one of the results in a fresh survey on economic behavior among young people
New Law Proposed to Enhance Amusement Park Safety in Sweden
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New Law Proposed to Enhance Amusement Park Safety in Sweden

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The Consumer Agency should be responsible for the supervision of amusement parks instead of the Police as is the case today, suggests an investigation. Furthermore, a new law for the inspection of amusement parks is proposed
Royal Expert Questions Princess Madeleine's Skincare Venture
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Royal Expert Questions Princess Madeleine's Skincare Venture

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Should our royals be allowed to do what they want? The question has become a hot potato since Princess Madeleine announced that she is launching a skincare series. I think it's problematic, says royal expert Johan T Lindwall
Princess Madeleine Faces Scrutiny Over Instagram Post on Skin Care
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Princess Madeleine Faces Scrutiny Over Instagram Post on Skin Care

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Princess Madeleine is reported for a post on Instagram where she tells about her skin product, since it does not appear that it is an advertisement. She is breaking the law directly, says a social media expert
EU Investigates Star Stable for Allegedly Deceiving Kids Out of Money
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EU Investigates Star Stable for Allegedly Deceiving Kids Out of Money

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Reflective Vests Recalled in Sweden Over Safety Concerns
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Reflective Vests Recalled in Sweden Over Safety Concerns

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Several types of reflective vests are being recalled as users are not visible enough in traffic, with a risk of personal injuries as a consequence, writes the Consumer Agency. Buyers are urged to return them
The Gaming Inspectorate Criticizes S Lotteries
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The Gaming Inspectorate Criticizes S Lotteries

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The Gaming Inspectorate criticizes the Social Democrats for having breached the requirement that gaming operations shall be conducted in "a sound and secure manner with strong consumer protection".
Swedish Snuff Brand Faces Scrutiny for Targeting Young Users
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Swedish Snuff Brand Faces Scrutiny for Targeting Young Users

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The snuff brand associated with the artist Fröken Snusk is once again in trouble for having marketed its products to young people. The Consumer Agency is now demanding measures
Unicorn Puzzle Recall: Suffocation Risk Prompts Urgent Action
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Unicorn Puzzle Recall: Suffocation Risk Prompts Urgent Action

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Riding Helmet Recalled – "Serious Head Injuries"
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Riding Helmet Recalled – "Serious Head Injuries"

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Trampoline parks to become safer
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Trampoline parks to become safer

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Hundreds of reports against cancellation service
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Hundreds of reports against cancellation service

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Companies offering help with canceling subscriptions are becoming increasingly common – but several customers feel deceived and testify to fraud. One of these companies has been reported to the Consumer Agency 92 times just this year
The Consumer Agency Criticizes S-Lotteries Again
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The Consumer Agency Criticizes S-Lotteries Again

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The Social Democratic Party's lottery operations are again being criticized by the Consumer Agency, which believes they are breaking the law, writes Dagens Nyheter.
Many companies continue to cheat with sales
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Many companies continue to cheat with sales

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The price cheating among e-commerce companies continues, shows a new review from the Consumer Agency. 4 out of 10 companies break the rules
The cars most consumers complain about
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The cars most consumers complain about

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Used cars top the consumers' list of what led to the most complaints last year, according to statistics from Sweden's Consumers.
Trampoline recalled – risk of fall injuries
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Trampoline recalled – risk of fall injuries

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The Consumer Agency criticizes the S lottery: "Failed"
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The Consumer Agency criticizes the S lottery: "Failed"

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The Consumer Agency directs criticism in a new letter towards S, SSU and S-women regarding the party's lottery. "The license holder has failed in its control and responsibility", writes the authority
Companies with the most complaints
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Companies with the most complaints

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Expensive bills for cancelled subscriptions and fake invoices. Råd & Rön has listed the companies that have received the most complaints to the Consumer Agency so far this year
Associations in Protest: Civil Society is Being Silenced
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Associations in Protest: Civil Society is Being Silenced

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The Consumer Agency warns of poor reflective vests
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The Consumer Agency warns of poor reflective vests

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Many reflective vests are not visible enough in the winter darkness, shows an ongoing review from the Consumer Agency.
Now Black Week starts – here are five best tips
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Now Black Week starts – here are five best tips

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Black Week is one of the year's most important weeks for the country's stores and an opportunity to find bargains. But there are also pitfalls, so read these tips before you go hunting
Break in Trend - Household Costs No Longer Rising
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Break in Trend - Household Costs No Longer Rising

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After years of price increases, household costs are expected to remain unchanged next year. This assessment is made by the Consumer Agency in its annual forecast – which is used by everyone from banks to the government
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