The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission inspections, which targeted retail outlets, supermarkets, and other key businesses, uncovered 53 cases of non-compliance – with traders issued warnings for possible prosecution.

This comes as FCCC concludes its pre-Easter inspection campaign, which saw over 700 inspections conducted across the country.

FCCC CEO, Senikavika Jiuta says that the most common breaches included failure to display prices of items and selling goods above the authorised Maximum Retail Price.

Jiuta reminded traders to remain compliant, as there will be zero tolerance of unethical behaviour.

She says they want to be absolutely clear – there is no room for excuses, as the law is not a suggestion, and businesses that try to take advantage of consumers will be held fully accountable.

The CEO says during their post-Easter inspections next week, they will be following up to ensure that the necessary corrective actions have been taken by those found in breach.

Jiuta says traders who continue to ignore their legal obligations will face the appropriate enforcement action.