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- The UK government plans laws to curb subscription traps and simplify cancellations, due in spring 2027.
- Provisions include a 14-day cooling-off period after trials, clearer upfront information, and reminders before expirations.
- The changes could save nearly £170 per year per consumer and up to £400 million in total.
- According to consumer rights advocates, 5 million people move from free trials to paid contracts without notice and 1.3 million face auto-renewals.
