Is This Merger Subject To Competition Law?

The OFT must refer relevant merger situations expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the UK to the Competition Commission for investigation.

The Competition Commission can add conditions to a merger or force a demerger to take place.  We can minimise the risk of referral.  The following flowchart gives an indication into whether an OFT referral is likely click here for more information

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