In depth: Reforming the collective actions regime

The UK government’s proposed CAT reforms have divided stakeholders, with Fair Civil Justice calling for tougher certification and warning that DBAs and greater certainty over funder returns could favour intermediaries over consumers, the Collective Redress Lawyers Association arguing the changes would improve access to justice despite added burdens at certification, and Jeremy Marshall of Winward Litigation Finance cautioning against delaying funder repayment until damages are distributed.