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Fine for cartel by building contractors involving the tender process for a school outdoor area
Two building contractors, Den Ouden and Bloem Infra, secretly exchanged the bid for the construction of the outdoor area of a school in the southern Dutch city of Roermond. As a result of their arrangement, the school in question, Yuverta, received fewer … -
Blog Paul de Bijl: Corporate responsibility goes further than merely not violating the law
Regulation as a delegated responsibility Last year, the Digital Markets Act (DMA) came into force, and on February 17, the Digital Services Act (DSA) went fully in effect, too. The DMA imposes obligations to prevent all-powerful 'gatekeepers' – Alphabet … -
ACM launches investigation into an online platform
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has launched an investigation into an online platform following reports that this platform gives preferential treatment to itself and to certain business users. As part of its investigation, ACM … -
Telecom companies withdraw their complaint about broadcasting rights for Eredivisie football matches following ACM’s interim opinion
A consortium of four Dutch telecom companies, consisting of Delta Fiber, KPN, Odido, and VodafoneZiggo, has withdrawn its complaint filed with the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) about obtaining the broadcasting rights for football … -
ACM: extra efforts in 2024 to ensure a safe online environment and a well-functioning energy market
In 2024, the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) will give extra attention to the creation of a safe and trustworthy online environment and a well-functioning energy market. In addition, ACM is committed to accelerating the energy … -
ACM’s focus areas in 2024
In 2024, the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) will focus on the following topics, in addition to its regular oversight duties: The digital economy: Promoting an open and fair digital economy The energy transition: Helping the … -
ACM’s annual plan 2024
In its annual plan, the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) gives an overview of its strategic objectives and plans for 2024. In its annual plan, ACM explains how it interprets its mission: ensuring that markets work well for all people … -
Commitment made by OMS to expire, ACM sees no reason for extension
The Netherlands Authority for Consumer and Markets (ACM) will not extend the commitment made by Dutch media company One Media Sales B.V. (OMS) regarding its discount scheme when selling radio advertising spots. This commitment entered into force on … -
ACM imposes fines on four companies for illegally sharing the market for carrots
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has imposed fines, totaling over 2.5 million euros, on four companies that shared among each other the production, processing, and sale of different types of carrots. The agreements between … -
ACM sees sufficient competition in the Dutch telecom market, but keeps a close watch
At the moment, there is sufficient competition in the Dutch telecom market. This has been one of the conclusions of the definitive market analysis decision of the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM). At the same time, ACM continues to be …