Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (Alternative Dispute Resolution) (Conferral of Functions) Regulations 2026
Debate between Lord Stevenson of Balmacara and Lord Stockwood(2 weeks, 1 day ago)
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Lord Stockwood (Lab)
The noble Lord makes a really important point. Let me take that away and consult with the team and I will come back to him with a response on that.
Lord Stevenson of Balmacara (Lab)
The Minister answered very fully the question about the fees and how they would be monitored, but those were the fees to the consumers. I asked a separate question about why it did not seem to be a cost to the provider of the services, who would also benefit from the ADR. If he does not have the answer, perhaps he could write to me.
Lord Stockwood (Lab)
I think I did cover that but, if I did not, I will come back. The accredited providers will charge only a fee that is agreed already with the CTSI. That will be agreed up front and that will be published so that consumers know the charges they will be subject to. Perhaps we can pick this up afterwards. If that is not sufficient, I am happy to take further questions and to come back with a more detailed answer.