Headlam Group / Rackhams merger inquiry
The CMA investigated and cleared the completed acquisition by Headlam Group Plc of Rackhams Ltd.
Statutory timetable
| Phase 1 Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 28 March 2019 | Decision announced |
| 11 February to 25 February 2019 | Invitation to comment |
| 8 February 2019 | Launch of merger inquiry |
| 5 December 2018 | Initial enforcement order |
Phase 1
CMA clearance decision
28 March 2019: The CMA has cleared the completed acquisition by Headlam Group Plc of Rackhams Ltd.
- (9.4.19)
Invitation to comment: now closed
11 February 2019: The CMA is considering whether it is or may be the case that this transaction has resulted in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002 and, if so, whether the creation of that situation has resulted, or may be expected to result, in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.
Launch of merger inquiry
8 February 2019: The CMA announced the launch of its merger inquiry by notice to the parties.
- (11.2.19)
Initial enforcement order
On 5 December 2018, the CMA has served an initial enforcement order under section 72(2) of the Enterprise Act 2002 on Headlam Group Plc, HFD Ltd and Rackhams Ltd.
- (10.12.18)
Amendments/consents granted
- (8.2.19)
- (4.2.19)
Contact
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Last updated 28 March 2019 + show all updates
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Merger clearance decision announced.
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Invitation to comment issued and commencement of initial period notice published.
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First published.