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Lexis®PSL In-house weekly highlights—9 June 2016

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Published on: 09 June 2016

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Headlines (News updates & analysis)
Competition law: O2 and Three won’t become one—Commission blocks telecoms merger
Competition law: The Better Markets Bill and the competition regime
Construction law: Exploring liability caps in construction contracts
Construction: Scottish Court of Session holds that roof steelwork is not part of roofing works
Consumer protection: CMA consults on draft guidance on consumer powers
Consumer protection: European Commission proposes Regulation on parcel deliveries
Consumer protection: Reforming retail banking
Contract: Court of Appeal considers ratification of a contract for sale of land
Contracts: Court of Appeal disallows inconsistent mortgage terms

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Welcome to the weekly round-up of the latest key legal news stories, handpicked by the Lexis®PSL in-house team, including news articles and links to cases, legislation and consultation trackers.

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