Google faces £1 bn UK lawsuit over Play Store commissions

Google is being sued in London's Competition Appeal Tribunal for more than £1 billion ($1.33 billion) over Play Store commissions. The claim, brought on behalf of around 20 million consumers who bought apps and subscriptions between 2015 and July 2026, alleges fees of up to 30%. Google denies the allegations, saying its fees are among the lowest in the market.

• Claim covers about 20 million Play Store buyers from 2015 to July 2026
• At issue are commissions of up to 30% on purchases and subscriptions
• The lawsuit exceeds £1 billion ($1.33 billion), led by Liz Coll
• Google says its fees are among the lowest and cites App Store competition