Updates to the CMA鈥檚 mergers procedural guidelines (CMA2 and CMA56)
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皇冠体育app CMA has published updated guidance on its mergers jurisdiction and procedure and the operation of its mergers intelligence function. 皇冠体育appse documents have been updated in preparation for the end of the Transition Period following the UK鈥檚 departure from the European Union. 皇冠体育app proposed updates also reflect a series of changes in UK merger control over recent years, as the CMA鈥檚 practice has developed and the UK Courts have clarified various aspects of the framework.
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皇冠体育app CMA received 16 responses to the consultation.
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Consultation description
皇冠体育appse documents have been updated in preparation for the end of the Transition Period following the UK鈥檚 departure from the European Union. 皇冠体育app proposed updates also reflect a series of changes in UK merger control over recent years, as the CMA鈥檚 practice has developed and the UK Courts have clarified various aspects of the framework.
皇冠体育app updated guidance aims to streamline the CMA鈥檚 processes, increase investigative efficiency, and emphasise the importance of cooperation and coordination with international competition agencies following the end of the Transition Period.
- Press release: CMA launches consultation on updated merger guidance (6.11.20)
Responses to the consultation document should be provided to [email protected] by no later than 5pm on 4 December 2020.
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