The Fair Competition Act (FCA) was enacted to protect competition in Jamaica. We need competition in the economy as it stimulates innovation and efficiency among businesses; it enables consumers to buy goods and services of the highest standards at the best possible prices. The Act does not protect competitors, it protects competition.

The Act focuses primarily on Anti-Competitive (or uncompetitive) practices, which can be defined as activities which lessen competition in the production, sale or purchase of goods and services. These activities result in reduced opportunities for businesses to participate in the economy and deprive consumers of the wide choice of goods and services due to them. The article "Prohibitions under the FCA - Anti-competitive Practices" gives an overview of the anti-competitive activities disallowed by the Act.

The Fair Trading Commission is responsible for encouraging all businesses to comply with the Act. The following links will provide useful information to help your business: