Rightmove wins right to see UK real-estate lawsuit communications
( July 27, 2026, 15:26 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Online property portal Rightmove can see communications between Jeremy Newman and a class of real-estate agents that he is seeking to represent in a planned collective lawsuit in the UK, the Competition Appeal Tribunal has ruled. The matter arose following concerns aired over possible retaliation by Rightmove against the class members for being part of the case. The claim alleges that excessive and unfair fees were levied on estate agents and new home developers that list properties on Rightmove.Ruling attached....
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