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CMA decision on freelance pay collusion

Your right to claim compensation

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found that four major broadcasters—BBC, ITV, BT and IMG—colluded illegally by sharing confidential information on freelance pay rates, in breach of UK competition law. This unlawful conduct affected hundreds, potentially thousands, of freelance professionals across the broadcasting industry.

What this means for you

If you were engaged as a freelancer in the relevant period, you may have been underpaid as a result of this unlawful coordination between broadcasters. You could have a valid claim for compensation.

Key contact

Neil Stockdale

Partner

Neil is head of the firm’s group actions and financial mis-selling teams, specialising in handling claims for financial mis-selling relating to energy contracts, pensions, investments and timeshares.

Why Hugh James?

We are a leading UK law firm with specialist expertise in competition law and group litigation. We act for individuals and businesses across the UK in cases involving anti-competitive behaviour, cartels, abuse of dominance, and price fixing.

We have already been contacted by journalists and freelance professionals affected by the CMA’s decision. Our team is actively investigating claims on behalf of those impacted, and we are currently building a group action against the broadcasters involved.

Confidentiality and your information

We understand the sensitivity of this matter and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality. Any information you provide will be kept strictly confidential and will not be disclosed to any third parties without your explicit consent. Your details will only be used to assess your eligibility and keep you informed about the progress of the claim.

Register your interest

We are inviting freelance journalists and other affected media professionals to register their interest in joining a potential group claim. By registering, you will receive:

  • Updates on the progress of the investigation and claim
  • Information about your rights and eligibility
  • Details about the next steps and how to join the action

There is no obligation or cost to register.

Next steps

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