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Marketplace enforcement 9 min read

From notice-and-takedown to prevention: what UK marketplace reforms could require

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The Government’s 2026 consultations propose moving beyond one-by-one notices towards duties that make marketplaces prevent, identify and remove unsafe products. The proposals remain proposals until legislation is made.

  • The core product-safety consultation closed for responses on 23 June 2026
  • Its four proposed outcomes cover safe products, safe sellers, consumer information and cooperation with authorities
  • The proposals include due diligence on repeat offenders and seller contact details
  • Higher-risk products could trigger extra documentation, test purchasing or pre-listing checks
  • The consultation considers marketplace help with contacting previous buyers during recalls