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- 2012.06.15
Beware of Job Offers That Turn Into A Debt Trap - CHOICE # 428
The Consumer Council has received job seekers' complaints on having fallen prey to scams as they are lured to pay hefty sum for the promise of lucrative job offers that never materialized. The number of employment-related complaints has pointed to an...
- 2012.06.15
CHOICE # 428
Test on Suitcases Revealed:High Levels of Chemicals Found in Some Suitcases Test on Alcoholic Beverages Reveals Substantial Variation in Ethyl Carbamate Levels Watch Out for Hidden Risks in Loco London Gold Trading Beware of Job Offers That Turn Into...
- 2012.06.15
Consumer Council Welcomes the Enactment of Competition Law
The Consumer Council welcomes the passage of the Competition Bill in the Legislative Council as the Council has advocated for legislation to protect market competition since 1993. The Council hopes the enactment of the competition law will facilitate...
- 2012.06.15
Test on Espresso Makers - CHOICE # 428
For many people a cup of espresso is the way to start a day. Some might prefer having their own espresso maker at home for convenience and choices of different coffee styles. A comparative test report of 13 models of espresso coffee makers was...
- 2012.06.15
Test on Suitcases Revealed: High Levels of Chemicals Found in SomeSuitcases - CHOICE # 428
A Consumer Council test revealed that Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), some of which may be carcinogenic, were found in the side handles of 4 samples of suitcases at levels exceeding the guidelines set under a German voluntary labelling...
- 2012.06.15
Watch Out for Hidden Risks in Loco London Gold Trading - CHOICE #428
Consumers are reminded to understand fully the risks involved in Loco London gold margin trading before making the investment decision. They must think twice before signing a power of attorney authorizing their agents to trade on their behalf. Loco...
- 2012.06.13
Price Comparison Reports - Tuen Mun
The Consumer Council today (June 13) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Tuen Mun. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products with the most...
- 2012.06.06
Price Comparison Reports - Jordon
The Consumer Council today (June 6) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Jordan. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products with the most...