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UK Supreme Court to rule on motor finance commissions on August 1

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Posted on July 25, 2025

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LONDON (Reuters) -The United Kingdom's Supreme Court will give its long-awaited ruling on motor finance commissions, which will inform a potentially multi-billion pound consumer redress scheme, on

UK Supreme Court to Decide on Motor Finance Commissions on August 1

LONDON (Reuters) -The United Kingdom's Supreme Court will give its long-awaited ruling on motor finance commissions, which will inform a potentially multi-billion pound consumer redress scheme, on August 1, the court announced on Friday.

British lender Close Brothers and South Africa's FirstRand are seeking to overturn a landmark Court of Appeal judgment, which said brokers must have customers' fully informed consent to receive a commission from lenders.

Britain's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is considering a redress scheme which could leave brokers paying out tens of billions of pounds – and has previously said it will confirm whether to do so within six weeks of the Supreme Court's ruling.

(Reporting by Sam Tobin; editing by William James)

Key Takeaways

  • UK Supreme Court to rule on motor finance commissions on August 1.
  • The ruling could lead to a multi-billion pound consumer redress scheme.
  • Close Brothers and FirstRand are challenging a Court of Appeal judgment.
  • Brokers may need customers' informed consent for commissions.
  • FCA to decide on a redress scheme within six weeks of the ruling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UK Supreme Court ruling about?
The UK Supreme Court will rule on motor finance commissions, which will inform a potentially multi-billion pound consumer redress scheme.
Which lenders are involved in the case?
British lender Close Brothers and South Africa's FirstRand are seeking to overturn a landmark Court of Appeal judgment regarding broker commissions.
What is the Financial Conduct Authority considering?
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is considering a redress scheme that could result in brokers paying out tens of billions of pounds.
When will the Supreme Court make its ruling?
The Supreme Court is expected to give its ruling on motor finance commissions on August 1.
What does the Court of Appeal judgment require from brokers?
The Court of Appeal judgment stated that brokers must have customers' fully informed consent to receive commissions.

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