MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority in Oman has issued a statement regarding the claims circulating on social about a fish-selling company which has been defrauding customers by raising the price and imposing value-added tax (VAT).
The authority has stated that it has looked into this matter and has been following up the company. After the investigation conducted by the authorities, it was found that there are two prices for the same type of fish, which is sold by the grain and by the kilo after cleaning.
It was also realised that the company does not impose tax, and does not charge any additional cost other than the price advertised in the store.
Read More
- IMO announces Strait of Hormuz evacuation plan for 11,000 seafarers with Oman’s support
- Royal Oman Police highlight new drug threats ahead of International Day Against Drug Abuse
- Oman’s housing ministry issues notice for North Batinah railway compensation
- South Batinah strengthens position as Oman’s growing tourism and investment destination
- Oman, Qatar discuss Strait of Hormuz security and regional tensions
The authority also confirmed its has been continuously following-up on commodity prices in order to uphold consumer rights and to protect them from price manipulation.
The authorities also ensure the stability of markets, and called on everyone to cooperate with it by reporting malpractices so that appropriate measures can be taken to remedy reported grievances.
