The City regulator has been urged to investigate the millions of pounds wiped off the value of our pensions through "unsuitable advice" which pushes savers into pricey plans.
The Office of Fair Trading has opened investigations into a number of websites that charge people for government services that are available either for free or for a lower price.
Energy Secretary Chris Huhne today insisted proposed reforms of the electricity market provided the "best possible solution" to protect consumers against the kind of price hikes seen in recent days.