Update on recent judicial review of PPI

RNS Number : 2729F

Lloyds Banking Group PLC

20 April 2011

 



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LLOYDS BANKING GROUP UPDATE ON THE RECENT JUDICIAL REVIEW OF PAYMENT PROTECTION INSURANCE

The High Court has this morning delivered its judgement on the application by the BBA for Judicial Review against the FSA and the FOS regarding PPI complaints handling.  The BBA sought orders quashing the FSA's Policy Statement (issued in August 2010) and the FOS' decision to determine PPI sales in accordance with the guidance published on its website.  The BBA, the principal trade association for the UK banking and financial services sector, filed an application for permission to seek judicial review in October 2010, and the hearing was held in January 2011.

We are disappointed with the outcome of today's judgement and are considering its detail very carefully.  The BBA, in conjunction with its members, is now giving consideration to next steps including whether it would be appropriate to apply for permission to appeal.

The financial impact can only be assessed once the legal proceedings have been finally determined (including the outcome of any potential appeal) and the steps that the Group may be required to take identified and implemented.  As previously disclosed the ultimate impact on the Group of the FSA's complaints handling policy (if implemented in full) and the FOS's most recent approach to PPI complaints could be material to the Group's financial position.

The Group remains committed to resolving this matter as quickly as possible for the benefit of the industry and our customers.

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For further information:

Investor Relations

Kate O'Neill                                                                            [phone]

Managing Director, Investor Relations

Email: kate.o'[e-mail]

Corporate Affairs

Matthew Young                                                                      [phone]

Director of Corporate Affairs

Email: [e-mail]

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