Sale and supply of goods

Gain an insightful edge into the complexities of the sale and supply of goods. Whether crafting contracts or resolving disputes, our practical guidance equips you with the knowledge to navigate regulatory frameworks and ensure compliance with the Sale of Goods Act 1979 and the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982. Explore the nuances of terms, conditions, and remedies essential for protecting interests in commercial transactions.

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Weekly roundup of HMRC import, export and customs guidance—4 August 2025

Weekly roundup of HMRC import, export and customs guidance—4 August 2025
A sign of things to come; the judicial review permission hearing (Siderise v Kensington and Chelsea)

A sign of things to come; the judicial review permission hearing (Siderise v Kensington and Chelsea)

The following Public Law news provides comprehensive and up to date legal information on A sign of things to come; the judicial review permission hearing (Siderise v Kensington and Chelsea)

Supreme Court confirms that undisclosed car finance commissions are not unlawful in landmark judgment (Hopcraft and another v Close Brothers Limited; Johnson v FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch) t/a MotoNovo Finance; Wrench v FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch) t/a MotoNovo Finance)

Supreme Court confirms that undisclosed car finance commissions are not unlawful in landmark judgment (Hopcraft and another v Close Brothers Limited; Johnson v FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch) t/a MotoNovo Finance; Wrench v FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch) t/a MotoNovo Finance)

Supreme Court confirms that undisclosed car finance commissions are not unlawful in landmark judgment (Hopcraft and another v Close Brothers Limited; Johnson v FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch) t/a MotoNovo Finance; Wrench v FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch) t/a MotoNovo Finance)

Law Commission announces review of Consumer Protection Act 1987

Law Commission announces review of Consumer Protection Act 1987

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Fiduciary Duties

Fiduciary Duties

Fiduciary DutiesWho is a fiduciary?There is no comprehensive list of the relationships which give rise to the existence of fiduciary duties under...

Repudiation of contract

Repudiation of contract

RepudiationThis Practice Note concerns repudiation and sets out what a repudiatory breach of contract means. It explains how a repudiatory breach goes...

If a contract’s actual date and effective date are different, is the effective date enforceable?

If a contract’s actual date and effective date are different, is the effective date enforceable?

If a contract’s actual date and effective date are different, is the effective date enforceable?For the purposes of this Q&A we have assumed this...

Agent and principal relationships with third parties

Agent and principal relationships with third parties

Agent and principal relationships with third partiesThis Practice Note deals with the relationships arising between principals, agents and third...

Practice notes

Mistake in contract law

Mistake in contract lawThis Practice Note considers the legal concept of mistake in contract law. It examines common mistake, mutual mistake,...
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30th May
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Q&As

Do the terms ‘Schedule’, ‘Appendix’, ‘Annex’ or similar have any particular meaning in commercial contracts? What should I consider if using them?

Do the terms ‘Schedule’, ‘Appendix’, ‘Annex’ or similar have any particular meaning in commercial contracts? What should I consider if using...
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2nd Jun
Practice notes

Contracts required to be in writing

Contracts required to be in writingThis Practice Note considers the specific situations where a contract is required by law to be in writing:...
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30th May
Practice notes

Subcontracting

SubcontractingThis Practice Note examines the following legal and practical matters in relation to entering into a subcontract or when granting...
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30th May
Practice notes

Waiver and release

Waiver and releaseDefining waiverIn the law of contract, the term ‘waiver’ may have different meanings but is most commonly used to denote the...
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30th May
Practice notes

Nature and types of agency

Nature and types of agencyThis Practice Note is an introduction to agency. It describes the essentials of the agency relationship between the...
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2nd Jun
Practice notes

Termination and expiry of contracts

Termination and expiry of contractsThis Practice Note provides an overview of contract expiry and of the different causes of termination and ways to...
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30th May
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Practice notes

Joint, several, and joint and several liability

Joint, several, and joint and several liabilityContractWhere a contract is made by two or more parties it may contain a promise or obligation made by...
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30th May
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Q&As

What date should be put on a contract where the parties have not signed the contract contemporaneously? Is the date stated as the 'commencement date' in the contract or is it when the last of the parties signs/seals the contract?

What date should be put on a contract where the parties have not signed the contract contemporaneously? Is the date stated as the 'commencement date'...
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2nd Jun
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Agreements to agree

Agreements to agreeThis Practice Note considers agreements to agree, and why an agreement to agree certain contractual terms at a future date has...
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30th May
Q&As

What is the significance of the words ‘warrants’ and ‘undertakes’ in a contractual obligation?

What is the significance of the words ‘warrants’ and ‘undertakes’ in a contractual obligation?An undertaking is a promise that one party will do...
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2nd Jun
Q&As

Which case law supports that an offer cannot be withdrawn after it has been accepted?

Which case law supports that an offer cannot be withdrawn after it has been accepted?The general ruleThe reason why an offer cannot be withdrawn after...
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2nd Jun
Practice notes

Contract variation

Contract variationThis Practice Note summarises the law, guidance and practice relating to the variation of contracts and deeds. It explains how a...
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30th May
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Practice notes

Electronic signatures

Electronic signaturesAn electronic signature is the electronic equivalent of a handwritten signature and links a person to the contents of an...
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30th May
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Practice notes

Types of carrier of goods

Types of carrier of goodsThis Practice Note provides an introduction to two types of cargo carrier; common carriers and private carriers, and explains...
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Produced in partnership with Quentin Tannock of 4 Pump Court, James Watthey of 4 Pump Court and Aphiwan Natasha King of 4 Pump Court
30th May
Practice notes

Retention of title

Retention of titleThis Practice Note considers retention of title clauses, also known as reservation of title, ROT or Romalpa clauses. It considers...
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2nd Jun
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Goods—delivery and acceptance

Goods—delivery and acceptanceThis Practice Note considers statutory laws in relation to the delivery and acceptance of goods in sale of goods contracts in a business to business context. It highlights the relevant provisions of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 and discusses common issues in sale of goods

Is the Sale of Goods Act 1979 applicable to international contracts?

Is the Sale of Goods Act 1979 applicable to international contracts?International contractsA contract may be considered international if the parties are based, or hold significant assets, in different jurisdictions, or if any of the parties' obligations are to be performed in different

Carriage of goods by sea—the Hague-Visby Rules

Carriage of goods by sea—the Hague-Visby RulesThis Practice Note explains the Hague-Visby rules (the Rules) which are international rules for the carriage of goods by sea and enacted into English law by the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1971 (CGSA 1971). The Practice Note covers the scope of the

Equipment leasing and hiring

Equipment leasing and hiringThis Practice Note provides an overview of the contractual considerations which arise when leasing or hiring equipment, being a contract for the simple hire or bailment of goods, in a business to business transaction. This Practice Note does not consider hire purchase or