Opt-out collective actions regime review: call for evidence

From:: Department for Business and Trade
Published: 6 August 2025

Summary

This call for evidence seeks feedback on access to, and the operation of, the opt-out collective actions regime for competition law claims.

This call for evidence closes at
11:59pm on 14 October 2025

Call for evidence description

This call for evidence is seeking views on the opt-out collective actions regime for competition law claims to contribute to a review of its operation and impact and ensure it is fit for purpose.

The call for evidence progresses the commitment made by government to focus on economic growth with a regime that is proportionate and focuses on redress to consumers where they are due noting this is good for growth and investment.

This call for evidence is seeking views and evidence on the following:

access to, and the framework for, funding cases within the regime
scope and certification of cases
alternative dispute resolution (ADR), settlement, and damages
distribution of funds

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