Delays remain on M6 Junction 32 to 33 northbound and on A6 after lorry crash
There are delays of more than half-an-hour on the M6 northbound and A6 to the north of Preston after an earlier crash. An earlier crash between Junction 32 and Junction […]
The crash took place around 10.30am on Friday (31 January). A police spokesperson confirmed a lorry hit the central reservation just south of Garstang. It was a ‘damage-only’ collision.
Traffic England is reporting delays are expected on the stretch between Preston and Garstang until around 1.30pm on Friday.
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<h2>The Nigerian Government has warned Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) outlets nationwide, threatening to shut them down due to deceptive pricing practices amidst increasing economic hardship.</h2>
<p><strong>Naija News</strong> reports that the Acting Executive Vice Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Adamu Abdullahi, issued a statement on Saturday warning against the rising cost of food.</p>
<p>Abdullahi emphasized that businesses must provide clear and transparent pricing information to enable consumers to make informed purchasing decisions.</p>
<p>The FCCPC reaffirmed its commitment to combating exploitative practices, highlighting penalties outlined in the FCCPA for violations.</p>
<p>The commission encouraged businesses to adhere to fair pricing practices to ensure consumer protection and a healthy market environment.</p>
<p>The statement reads, “<em>The Commission is aware that similar practices may occur at other FCMG outlets nationwide. These outlets are advised to cease such practices immediately to avoid consequences.</em></p>
<p><em>“Businesses are expected to display transparent pricing information to empower consumers to make informed purchasing decisions, especially during challenging economic times.</em></p>
<p><em>“The FCCPC remains committed to combating all forms of exploitative or misleading practices that undermine consumer rights. The FCCPA protects consumer rights and prohibits deceptive business practices. Section 115 outlines potential penalties for violations, including fines for organisations and imprisonment for directors.</em></p>
<p><em>“The FCCPC encourages all businesses to adhere to fair and transparent pricing practices to ensure consumer protection and a healthy market environment.</em>”</p>
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