Brexit delayed until 31 January 2020 – “no-deal” off the table
The EU has today agreed to delay Brexit until 31 January 2020 effectively ruling out a “no-deal” Brexit. The “flextension” means the UK can leave the EU earlier on the first day of any month if the Withdrawal Agreement is ratified in both Westminster and the European parliament in the meantime.
MPs will now have the opportunity to vote in the House of Commons tonight on the prospects of an early General Election to try and overcome the Brexit deadlock.
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Gordon Clough promoted to Partner
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15th May 2026 Corporate, Commercial & Finance
SMB Supports SFC Capital Investor Summit as Legal Partner
As Legal Partner to the SFC Capital Investor Summit, it was a privilege to be part of a day that brought together investors, founders and policymakers to explore the future of UK innovation and growth.
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One of the most striking themes to emerge from the discussions was captured by the British Business Bank, who observed that “the UK has no shortage of capital, the issue is risk appetite.” It is a sentiment that resonated throughout the day’s conversations and underpins many of the challenges facing the UK’s investment landscape.