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• LIBOR manipulation claim to go to trial

• LIBOR fixing and competition law: right to compensation

• UK competition claims consultation: we respond

• Brussels presence for Sheppard & Smith

  Sheppard & Smith is pleased to announce that it has formed an alliance with the independent Brussels law firm, Grayston & Company.

• First dedicated EU competition and regulatory law firm launches in London’s legal heartland

• Review of land agreements

  In April 2011 the UK exemption in relation to land agreements was repealed leaving many restrictions over land subject to competition law for the first time. Restrictive covenants, such as those contained routinely in commercial developments for shopping malls and in outdoor advertising agreements are all likely to be affected. The review of land agreements to determine the enforceability of such restrictions (and their ability to attract fines) will be important exercise in understanding any risks posed by them for many businesses.