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Written question asked by Julian Smith (Conservative) on Monday, 16 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 18 March 2026. It was answered by Kate Dearden (Labour) on Monday, 23 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Competition Appeal Tribunal: Mediation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of introducing mandatory mediation in the Competition Appeal Tribunal.

Answer

It is to the benefit of all parties involved in litigation that disputes are managed efficiently. The government, therefore, supports the use, where appropriate, of mediation as a means to resolve disputes without the expense of litigation.

The government is conducting a review of the opt-out collective actions regime for competitive claims before the Competition Appeal Tribunal. The review considers all aspects of the regime, including the role of alternative dispute resolution, and a consultation on proposals for change will be published in due course.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
120795
Session
2024-26
Registered interest declared
Yes
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Competition Appeal Tribunal Mediation
Link
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