A Bill to prohibit the automated purchase and resale of games consoles and computer components; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
4 May 2021
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This bill would ban automated purchasing and resale of gaming hardware, including consoles and PC components. It targets bots and other automated systems used to bulk-buy and resell at inflated prices, with related provisions to support enforcement. In short, it aims to curb scalping and protect consumers.
The bill is at the Second Reading stage in the House of Commons. Its first reading was in March 2021; no further procedural steps are detailed in the provided information.
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24 Mar 2021
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
