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Meta’s ad-free subscriptions for Instagram and Facebook break European tech rules and could lead to billions in fines, EU says

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Topline Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta broke Europe’s strict digital competition rules by forcing users to “pay or consent” to share personal data, the European Commission said Monday. The breach could cost the company billions of dollars and comes just a week after the powerful regulator clamped down on iPhone giant Apple for stifling … Read more

Demands are growing for Southwark Council to pay back millions in car fines

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Southwark Council has raised more than £2.6 million in five years by issuing PCNs However, an error in the wording means that all tickets are ‘legally invalid’ Demand is growing for a Labor council to refund millions of pounds to motorists after ‘incompetent staff’ made mistakes with ‘unfair’ fines. Southwark Council has raised more than … Read more

Changes to driving laws coming into effect in June could see petrol and diesel car owners face huge fines

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Motorists are being warned of new changes to driving laws due to come into effect in the coming days, which could see petrol and diesel motorists hit with expensive fines for driving in several major British cities. Numerous driving laws have already been introduced this year, including new rules around parking cars on sidewalks, regulations … Read more

Ofwat is considering reducing sewerage fines for financially troubled water companies

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Ofwat, the water regulator for England and Wales, is said to be considering reducing fines for sewage companies if they face financial pressure. According to the Financial Times, which first reported the plan, the regulator plans to set up a ‘recovery regime’ for Thames Water, which is on the brink of collapse or restructuring due … Read more

Drivers warned of huge fines for driving petrol and diesel cars in four major UK cities within weeks

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Motorists are being warned of four new low-emission zones that will start charging within weeks, meaning millions of motorists could face hefty fines. Major cities in the UK have taken steps to improve air quality, with many favoring emissions-based charging zones, while four new zones have been set up in Scotland. All vehicles entering a … Read more