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- 2003.05.15
CHOICE # 319
Latest test shows diminishing amount of GM ingredients in chips and instant noodles The quantity of genetically modified (GM) ingredients in instant noodles and chips, both favourites of the young and old alike, are seemingly on the wane. The...
- 2003.04.16
In view of the enquiries from consumers with regard to the use ofactivated carbon facemasks received today, the Consumer Councilwishes to offer the additional information
In view of the enquiries from consumers with regard to the use of activated carbon facemasks received today (April 16), the Consumer Council wishes to offer the following additional information: First and foremost, in accordance with medical opinion,...
- 2003.04.15
CHOICE # 318
Monitoring the consumption of caffeinein our daily beverages Caffeine is gently finding its way into our body through a diversity of beverages that are within easy reach in supermarkets and stores, and vending machines. The Consumer Council, in...
- 2003.03.25
Consumers have hit out at unscrupulous retailers for taking advantage of the surging demand for masks to raise the prices excessively.
Consumers have hit out at unscrupulous retailers for taking advantage of the surging demand for masks to raise the prices excessively. The Consumer Council has received many calls - 28 complaints and 17 enquiries for advice - from consumers...
- 2003.03.14
CHOICE # 317
Privately-operated night outpatient services- an alternative to public emergency ward services Private hospitals and medical centres are competing for a growing share of the night outpatient services. They are providing a veritable alternative to...
- 2003.02.17
CHOICE # 316
Transparency urged in securities trading commissions and charges to enhance competition and consumer interests Consumers are subject to a baffling array of fees and charges, in addition to commissions, in the use of securities trading services, a...
- 2003.01.15
CHOICE # 315
Excessive levels of preservative detected in popular Chinese pickled vegetables If Chinese pickled vegetables are your favourite, take note of the amount of preservative that some of these foodstuffs may contain. A Consumer Council test has detected...
- 2003.01.06
Consumer issues related to debt and bankruptcy will be a top agenda of the Consumer Council in consumer empowerment and protection in the year ahead.
Consumer issues related to debt and bankruptcy will be a top agenda of the Consumer Council in consumer empowerment and protection in the year ahead. The Consumer Council is to launch a massive publicity campaign focusing on debt relief solutions, on...