Distance Selling Regulations

[Oneeyedvic]

Does anyone else (probably from within the industry) think that these laws are absolutely stupid - ie if you are in front of a pushy sales person (but on trade premises) and sign documents there is no cancellation rights - but if you have the documents sent to you so you can look at them in the peace and tranquility of your own house - you get 10 days to cancel (and 30 days if it is a life assurance policy)

 

More laws designed to aid the consumer, but in reality to give consumers less choice / options

[stevie21]

I suppose the obvious (but flawed) logic behind it is that if you're in front of a pushy sales person in their office then you have the option of getting up and walking out. Easier said than done.

Another thing to note is that if you're on trade premises then you're likely to have been the one who sought out the company to enter into a contract. (No cancellation rights) If a cold caller persuades you to buy something which you don't actually want then you do have a cooling off period & can cancel.