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Eleanor Dole Sheaf

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Eleanor Dole Sheaf is an associate in the Disputes team at Herbert Smith Freehills, London. Email: eleanor.dolesheaf@hsf.com

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SPACs in the City: the emerging litigation and regulatory risks in England and Wales

SPACs scorched the US stock markets last year, with the UK left out in the cold. While the recent crackdown by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is cooling investor interest in the US, the UK regulators are hoping that changes to the regulatory framework will bring some SPAC sunshine to this side of the Atlantic. But what are the potential regulatory and litigation risks for SPACs in the City?

1 OCT 2021

Overview of anticipated focus areas for BBLS litigation

The government’s Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) provided small businesses with quick access to funding during the coronavirus pandemic. However, significant claims volumes are now anticipated given the combination of large numbers of applicants, standardised terms and a unique (and homogenous) application process. As collection and recovery activities begin, we consider some possible areas of focus for claims against BBLS lenders.

1 FEB 2022