Consumer Champion Justin Le Patourel Seeks £1.3 Billion from BT Group

A significant class action case is nearing a judgment at the Competition Appeal Tribunal. This case, led by Justin Le Patourel, involves allegations against BT Group for abusing its dominant market position, claiming it overcharged around three million customers for broadband and landline services. During an eight-week hearing, it was asserted that many of the affected consumers are elderly and vulnerable. The total compensation sought is £1.3 billion, with potential individual payouts of up to £400 for affected customers if successful. This case represents one of the most critical examinations of class actions since the introduction of US-style claims in the UK nearly a decade ago, and its outcome may shape future claims of this nature.