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Types of set-offThere are five main types of set-off:•independent set-off (sometimes known as legal set-off or statutory set-off)•transaction set-off (also known as equitable set-off)•contractual set-off•insolvency set-off, and•banker's set-off (sometimes known as current account set-off)This
What is set-off and when is it available?Set-off is a complex yet important concept in legal proceedings generally and for many different types of transaction.Independent set-off and transaction set-off can both be used as a defence in legal proceedings. For more information, see Practice Notes:
What is the banker’s right of set-off?The banker’s right of set-off refers to the right of a bank to combine two or more of a customer’s accounts held with that bank, where one account has a credit balance and the other has a debit balance, in order to give a net position. There is a debate as to
Priority between loss reliefs in loss making companiesWhy does it matter?A company that is a member of a group and has incurred any of the types of losses available for surrender by way of group relief may, without any further rules, have more than one way in which to use the loss. There are a
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