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Lexis®PSL In-house weekly highlights—25 February 2016

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Published on: 25 February 2016

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Headlines (News updates & analysis)
Bribery and corruption: Sweett Group fined for bribery
Confidential information: High Court rules on breach of confidence case
Construction: Industry Insight—making project managers ‘great’
Construction: Negotiations over notified sum do not amount to withdrawal of application
Consumer credit: FCA consults on guidance on Consumer Credit Act interpretation
Consumer protection: CJEU makes preliminary ruling on Unfair Terms Directive
Consumer protection: Throwing the toys out the pram—manufacturer liability for unfair terms
Contracts: Are arbitral awards based on a penalty clause enforceable?
Contracts: High Court rules on application of UCTA

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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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