Unsolicited Goods and Services Act 1971 (1971 c 30)

The 1971 Act aimed to address the growing concern of individuals and businesses receiving unsolicited goods and services. It prohibits the practice of sending unrequested items and demanding payment for them, providing protection to consumers against exploitative commercial behaviours. The legislation made it clear that recipients of unsolicited goods are under no obligation to pay for or return the items. Penalties for non-compliance were established, ensuring that trade practices became fairer and more transparent. This Act marked a significant step in consumer protection legislation, safeguarding the public from predatory business practices.

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Unsolicited Goods and Services Act 1971 (1971 c 30)

The 1971 Act aimed to address the growing concern of individuals and businesses receiving unsolicited goods and services. It prohibits the practice of sending unrequested items and demanding payment for them, providing protection to consumers against exploitative commercial behaviours. The legislation made it clear that recipients of unsolicited goods are under no obligation to pay for or return the items. Penalties for non-compliance were established, ensuring that trade practices became fairer and more transparent. This Act marked a significant step in consumer protection legislation, safeguarding the public from predatory business practices.

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Unsolicited Goods and Services Act 1971 (1971 c 30)

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