UK Competition Law

The UK has established rules and policies to ensure competition enhances overall economic welfare. Two key rules, covered in Chapter I and Chapter II of the Competition Act 1998, address anti-competitive agreements and the abuse of market power. Additionally, the Enterprise Act 2002 prohibits cartels. This course explains the consequences of engaging in anti-competitive behaviour and describes how to identify practices that infringe UK competition law. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by Simons Muirhead Burton LLP. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Simons Muirhead Burton LLP accepts no responsibility for the contents of this course. Any reliance on the contents of this course as legal advice is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.