The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has maintained its previous decision on MasterCard's interchange fees, rejecting an request from the company. This means that the original conclusion that MasterCard's interchange rates are exploitative will stand. The CAT overturned all of MasterCard's claims, finding them to be unsubstantiated. This win for c… Read More

The Competition Appeal Tribunal this week published its decision on Mastercard's interchange fees. The tribunal ruled that Mastercard engaged in anti-competitive practices by imposing excessive interchange fees on merchants. This decision could have major implications for the payments industry, as it could result in lower costs for businesses and c… Read More

Class actions and collective proceedings present a crucial avenue for redress when individuals face similar harm caused by the conduct of corporations. These legal mechanisms enable groups of claimants to join togethercollaborate in seeking compensation or injunctive relief. In the UK, navigating the intricacies of these processes requires thorough… Read More