Rolex Service Accreditation

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Am I mistaken, or are Rolex forcing approved watch repairers to charge a set service fee?

I noticed that a couple who have been forced to join their scheme, in order to carry on and receive replacement parts, have posted substantial price increases. These new prices seem to be on a par with Rolexs own prices, which effectively puts the independents out of business, or in a very difficult position as without the cost advantage most people will opt for a Rolex service, along with the service papers and provenance...