CMA (Competition and Markets Authority)

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is the UK's main agency responsible for promoting fair competition and protecting consumers. It investigates and challenges business practices that might harm competition, such as monopolies, mergers that could reduce choice, or anti-competitive behaviors. The CMA's role is to ensure markets work efficiently, prices remain fair, and consumers have access to a variety of good quality products and services. Essentially, it acts as a regulatory body to maintain a healthy, competitive economy for the benefit of consumers and businesses alike.