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Administrative enforcement, bid-rigging are top priorities in Ireland, CCPC says

By Anna Ferrari and Nicholas Hirst ( April 3, 2026, 11:18 GMT | Insight) -- Ireland’s competition watchdog is entering a “new era,” with an increase in administrative enforcement outcomes under new enforcement rules being a major priority, an official told MLex. Úna Butler said the CCPC is seeking powers to screen procurement data and consulting on raising merger thresholds. She also shared views on the “complex and expensive” litigation with Ryanair, and on media merger reviews under the new EU media rules.Cartel sanctions, new powers to scour for bid-rigging and recalibrating the net that catches mergers are among this year's priorities at the Irish competition agency....

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