Dodgy discounts: ACCC warns retailers ahead of Boxing Day sales

ACCC ‘concerned’ about Boxing Day sales deception by retailers

Retailers have been put on notice after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) claimed that some are still using deceptive advertising ahead of the Boxing Day sales, in potential violations of Australian Consumer Law.  The ACCC said it has written to some major retailers ahead of the period, following a ‘sweep’ conducted during Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM) sales. During this period, the ACCC identified potentially misl…

Dodgy discounts: ACCC warns retailers ahead of Boxing Day sales

The ACCC has warned major retailers to ensure Boxing Day sales claims are accurate, following concerns raised during Black Friday.