News in February 2007
- 12 Feb 2007Cadbury recalls thousands more Easter eggsCadbury has added thousands more Easter eggs to a list of products being recalled amid fears they could be dangerous for people with nut allergies.
- 12 Feb 2007New Samsung mobile rivals iPhoneElectronics company Samsung has unveiled a new mobile phone that features some of the sleek design and functions of Apple's much-hyped iPhone.
- 12 Feb 2007Gillian McKeith to drop Dr titleTV nutritionist Gillian McKeith has agreed to drop the title Dr from her company's advertising following a complaint to the industry watchdog, it was confirmed today.
- 10 Feb 2007Price fixing costs JJB another £3.8 millionSportswear chain JJB Sports says it’s facing an additional hit of £3.8 million for price-fixing of football shirts.
- 09 Feb 2007Dairylea cuts salt and fat in kids' snacksDairylea snacks aimed at children have been made healthier, according to its manufacturer.
- 09 Feb 2007Virgin Media offers new on demand channelVirgin Mediahas pledged to ‘shake up’ the telecoms and entertainment industry and offer consumers new products and outstanding customer service.
- 09 Feb 2007Hike in charges for extra bags on BA flightsBritish Airwaysis planning to add up to £240 to the cost of a return long-haul flight if passengers want to check in an extra bag.
- 09 Feb 2007Sky to launch terrestrial TV serviceSatellite giant Sky is preparing to launch some of its most popular programmes as a subscription service on digital terrestrial television.
- 09 Feb 2007EMI in 'MP3 catalogue talks'EMI has been talking with online retailers about selling its digital music catalogue in MP3 format without copy protection, according to reports in the US.
- 09 Feb 2007Travel firms warned over hidden chargesTougher action will be taken against holiday and travel companies who bump up the price of trips with hidden charges.
- 08 Feb 2007Robinsons squash to be more naturalAll artificial colours and flavours are to be removed from Robinsons squash drinks.
- 08 Feb 2007Flight waiting times show no improvementPassengers are spending more time waiting at airports, according to figures released by the Civil Aviation Authority.
- 08 Feb 2007BT customers face quarterly charge hikeBT is pushing up charges by £4.50 per quarter for customers who pay by cash or cheque.
- 08 Feb 2007Which? kicks off over football shirt rip-offWhich? has warned JJB Sports it intends to sue on behalf of people who have been unlawfully overcharged for football shirts.
- 08 Feb 2007British Gas to slash energy billsEnergy giant British Gas has confirmed it’s slashing its gas and electricity prices from next month.
