Whilst not a sea of difference apart, the two regimes present notable distinctions for companies operating on both sides of the Channel to navigate. Upon its expiry on 31 May 2022, the 2010 Vertical Block Exemption...more
The proposals include certain notable changes, while also mirroring the current UK framework and the European Commission’s planned approach in many respects.
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has proposed...more
The CAT’s Royal Mail v. Ofcom judgment considers what constitutes abusive conduct, the “as-efficient competitor” test, and the use of expert economic advice.
On 12 November 2019, the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal (the...more
Decision highlights the need to coordinate document production in parallel cross-border merger control proceedings.
Key Points:
..Heightened CMA use and enforcement of statutory requests for information call attention...more
Case sends “a strong signal to companies about...critical compliance obligations” according to the CMA’s Executive Director of Enforcement.
Key Points:
- The case marks the first time in the UK that a fine was imposed...more