UK Consumer Advice
Recommended UK Websites: Regulators
Many products and services are now subject to regulation by law, in the
interests of the consumer. The regulatory bodies are useful sources of consumer
advice; they can also be an effective channel for complaints.
Regulatory bodies in the medical field include:
General Dental Council
Medicines and
Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
Regulatory bodies in the financial field include:
Companies House
Insolvency Service
Regulatory bodies in the field of motoring and vehicles include:
Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency
Vehicle & Operator Services Agency
Regulatory bodies for utilities include:
Ofcom. Regulates television, radio and
telecommunications services.
Ofgem. Regulates the gas and electricity industries.
Ofwat. Regulates water and sewerage services.
Other recommended websites of regulatory bodies:
Advertising Standards
Authority. Self-regulatory body maintains professional standards in the
advertising industry.
Architects Registration Board. Maintains a register of qualified architects.
Charity Commission. Regulates all registered charities.
Food Standards Agency. Protects public health and consumer interests in relation to food.
Health & Safety Executive. Regulates risks to health and safety at workplaces.
ICSTIS. Regulates services provided on premium rate telephone numbers.
Information Commissioner. Oversees the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act.
Internet Watch Foundation. Watchdog which tracks illegal content on the internet, and takes steps to achieve its removal.
Scottish Information Commissioner's Office. Oversees the Scottish Data Protection Act.
UK Passport Agency. Issues passports.
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