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Litigation funding and the regulation of the class action industry was released yesterday, making 31 recommendations to reform the class action system. The inquiry was referred in part due to concerns over the significant growth in shareholder class actions and “excessive profits” obtained by litigation funders. In making its recommendations, the committee noted that there was virtually unanimous agreement that the current regulatory arrangements are too ‘light touch’ and greater oversight of the industry is required. The committee’s approach to reform was guided by the principle of reasonable, proportionate and fair access to justice in the best interests of class members.