Submitted on Saturday 21st November 2020
Rejected on Monday 21st December 2020
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Bring in legislation to tackle "scalpers"
Scalpers use automated software (bots) to buyup stock for highly sought items, then use resale sites, such as eBay and StockX to resell those products at inflated prices. Scalpers don't add any value to the product or provide any additional service. They just prevent genuine customers buying at RRP.
This is a form of extortion. During lockdown, they bought up hand wash and disinfectants. At Christmas they buy toys. They are a scourge to supply and demand.
I ask for new legislation banning the use of bots on retail sites and to fine companies who facilitate scalpers by letting them resell the items they've prevented anyone else buying.
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You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/561986
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