FCA DISP rules
Lloyds Bank must handle complaints under DISP, with final responses within 8 weeks explaining your FOS rights.
FCA Handbook DISP 1.6
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Section 75 may apply to certain card purchases — see our separate guide.
Content is for general information only — confirm deadlines with regulators and ombudsmen.
Your rights
Key protections that often apply in this sector. Always check the latest official guidance.
Section 75 on Lloyds credit cards
Credit card purchases between £100 and £30,000 may be covered by Section 75, making Lloyds jointly liable for supplier failures.
Consumer Credit Act 1974 section 75
APP fraud reimbursement
Lloyds must reimburse eligible APP fraud victims under PSR mandatory rules.
PSR APP fraud reimbursement rules
Consumer Duty
Lloyds must deliver good outcomes for retail customers across the four Consumer Duty areas.
FCA Consumer Duty
Escalation timeline
Typical stages for UK consumer complaints in this sector.
- 1
Formal complaint to Lloyds
Complain through branch, phone, online banking, or post. Get a reference number. If the complaint involves Halifax, Scottish Widows, or another Lloyds Banking Group brand, check which entity is on your account documentation.
FCA DISP - 2
Written follow-up
Send detailed evidence including statements, transaction records, and a clear explanation of the impact. State what outcome you want.
- 3
Final response
Lloyds must respond within 8 weeks with their decision and FOS referral information.
Within about 8 weeksFCA DISP 1.6 - 4
Financial Ombudsman Service
Refer within 6 months of final response. Free. Binding on Lloyds if you accept.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000
Common issues
Overdraft and lending charges
Historical and current overdraft fee disputes, complaints about irresponsible lending, and difficulty negotiating payment plans.
APP fraud and scam reimbursement
Refusals to reimburse fraud victims, slow investigations, and disputes over whether the bank took reasonable steps.
Credit file disputes
Incorrect default markers, missed payment records that the customer disputes, and delays in correcting errors.
Insurance mis-selling
PPI-era legacy complaints and more recent insurance product disputes on packaged accounts.
Mortgage issues
Rate disputes, early repayment charges, and poor handling of arrears or financial difficulty.
Customer service
Branch closures, digital banking outages, and complaints about the quality of support provided.
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Frequently asked questions
Halifax and Lloyds — same process?▼
Halifax is part of Lloyds Banking Group. Check which brand is on your account. Complain to that brand. FOS references will be against the relevant legal entity within the group.
Overdraft charge disputes?▼
If you believe overdraft charges were unfair or the overdraft was irresponsibly lent, raise a formal complaint. The FCA has changed overdraft charging rules — check whether the old or new rules apply to your situation.
Scam reimbursement refusal?▼
If Lloyds refuses to reimburse an APP scam, challenge through their complaints process citing PSR rules. If still refused, escalate to FOS.
Credit file marker disputes?▼
If Lloyds has recorded incorrect information on your credit file, complain formally and ask for it to be corrected. You can also contact the credit reference agency directly.
Is FOS free?▼
Yes. Free for consumers. You keep all compensation.
Scottish Widows pension complaints?▼
Scottish Widows is part of the group. Pension complaints follow DISP and can go to FOS if eligible. Check the entity on your policy documents.
How much can FOS award?▼
Up to the current limit — check the FOS website. Awards cover financial loss, distress, and inconvenience.
What evidence do I need?▼
Statements, product terms, all correspondence, transaction records, and notes from conversations.