Consumer Rights 26 March 2026 - 8 May 2026

Lidl Loyalty Scheme Backlash: Shoppers Say New Points Don’t Add Up
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Lidl Loyalty Scheme Backlash: Shoppers Say New Points Don’t Add Up

Lidl has replaced its Coupon Plus scheme with Lidl Plus Points, moving to an app-based system where shoppers earn one point per £1 spent. Some customers say the new rewards require much higher spending for similar perks, with MoneySavingExpert citing a £70 spend now needed for a free bakery item once earned after £10. Lidl says bonus campaigns will increase value. The change took effect this week.
May 8, 2026
Google Android Settlement: Millions May Qualify, but the $135 Million Payout Could Be Small
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Google Android Settlement: Millions May Qualify, but the $135 Million Payout Could Be Small

Google has begun notifying millions of U.S. Android users about choosing payment methods for a $135 million cellular-data settlement, with a final approval hearing set for June 23 in San Jose. Eligible users could receive roughly $1.20 each, depending on fees and participation. The case alleges Android phones sent data to Google without user consent. Google denies wrongdoing and agreed to update disclosures and obtain explicit user consent.
April 14, 2026
Comcast Opens Xfinity Data Breach Settlement Claims in $117.5 Million Deal: Who Qualifies Before Aug. 14
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Comcast Opens Xfinity Data Breach Settlement Claims in $117.5 Million Deal: Who Qualifies Before Aug. 14

Comcast customers affected by the 2023 Xfinity data breach can file claims for part of a $117.5 million settlement, with an Aug. 14 deadline. About 31.6 million people are eligible for cash payments or three years of identity-defense services. The final approval hearing is set for July 7 in federal court in Philadelphia. Comcast denies wrongdoing.
April 14, 2026
Lloyds Banking Group Faces Fresh Provision Test After FCA Finalises UK Motor Finance Redress
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Lloyds Banking Group Faces Fresh Provision Test After FCA Finalises UK Motor Finance Redress

Lloyds Banking Group is reviewing the UK regulator’s final motor finance redress scheme, which covers 12.1 million agreements and could return £7.5 billion to customers. Lloyds’ provision for motor finance costs stands at £1.95 billion. The FCA set deadlines of June 30 and August 31 for firms to prepare for claims. Lloyds shares rose 1.3% after analysts said the scheme may not require major changes to its provision.
April 1, 2026
Australia to Ban Debit and Credit Card Surcharges From October as RBA Cuts Fees
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Australia to Ban Debit and Credit Card Surcharges From October as RBA Cuts Fees

Australia will ban surcharges on debit and credit card payments via eftpos, Visa, and Mastercard from Oct. 1, after the Reserve Bank found the fees were no longer transparent. The RBA expects businesses to save about A$910 million a year, while consumers currently pay around A$1.6 billion annually in surcharges. Interchange fee caps will also be reduced from 2027. Some banks warn they may offset lost revenue with other charges.
March 31, 2026
Millions Await UK Car Finance Compensation Rules as FCA Weighs £11 Billion Redress
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Millions Await UK Car Finance Compensation Rules as FCA Weighs £11 Billion Redress

Britain’s Financial Conduct Authority will announce after markets close Monday how millions of motorists can claim compensation for mis-sold car loans, with payouts possibly totaling £8.2 billion. The scheme could cover about 14 million agreements from 2007 to 2024, with average compensation of £700 per deal. Lenders including Lloyds and Santander have already set aside large provisions. The FCA’s pause on most complaints ends May 31, 2026.
March 30, 2026
UK FCA Car Finance Compensation Plan Due March 30 as Banks Ready Legal Challenges
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UK FCA Car Finance Compensation Plan Due March 30 as Banks Ready Legal Challenges

Britain’s Financial Conduct Authority will announce its motor finance redress plan after markets close on March 30, covering up to 14.2 million car loan agreements from 2007 to 2024. The scheme could cost firms about 11 billion pounds, with average payouts of 700 pounds per agreement. Banks and claims companies are preparing legal challenges as lenders build provisions.
March 26, 2026