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June 15, 2025

Motor Finance Lenders, Who Say That Their Records Have Been Destroyed?

A recent article reported by The Guardian has raised concerns that some motor finance lenders are routinely deleting data after 6 years, which means that details of some vehicle buyers who are due compensation, as a result of the undisclosed commissions scandal, may lose out.

Finance

June 9, 2025

How Do I Know If I’m Eligible for Mis-sold PCP Compensation?

Before understanding if you’re eligible for mis-sold PCP compensation, it’s important to understand the background to this latest scandal.

Finance

August 4, 2025

Supreme Court Rules in Landmark PCP Commission Case: What It Means for Car Finance Claims

On 1 August 2025, the UK Supreme Court handed down a long-awaited ruling relating to discretionary commission arrangements in car finance agreements - and the outcome is a significant step forward for consumers.

High Court Ruling a Victory for Claimants in Diesel Emissions Scandal

Automotive

July 28, 2025

High Court Ruling a Victory for Claimants in Diesel Emissions Scandal

Last week the High Court handed down a significant judgment in the ongoing Diesel Emissions Litigation, rejecting repeated attempts by vehicle manufacturers to keep key documents out of the public domain.

The Stage is Set for Billion-Pound Dieselgate Litigation

Automotive

December 19, 2023

The Stage is Set for Billion-Pound Dieselgate Litigation

The alleged ‘Dieselgate’ emissions scandal took centre stage at the Royal Courts of Justice last week.

Data

December 13, 2023

How Data Protection Regulations Can Cut Shoplifting

With shoplifting on the rise across major UK cities, retailers are increasingly turning to technology to protect their businesses.

Data

December 6, 2023

Is Snapchat a Risk to Child Privacy?

Snapchat, the popular social media platform, is facing scrutiny from the UK’s data watchdog, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), over potential privacy risks associated with its AI chatbot, “My AI.”

Canada Square Operations Ltd (Appellant) v Potter

Finance

December 5, 2023

Canada Square Operations Ltd (Appellant) v Potter

In a landmark decision, the UK Supreme Court has ruled against a commercial lender in the case of Canada Square Operations Ltd v Potter, emphasising the significance of full disclosure in payment protection insurance (PPI) policies.

Is Mis-selling Car Finance the Next Big Scam?

Automotive

November 29, 2023

Is Mis-selling Car Finance the Next Big Scam?

Legal analysts have predicted that complaints about car finance deals are set to be the biggest issue brought before the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) by 2024.