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DLA Piper: What next for distressed companies and their stakeholders?

Written by Tyler Duffield on September 30, 2020

Due to the unforeseen circumstances that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused, several government support measures have been provided to aid businesses in the UK. As we navigate the pandemic it is inevitable that these measures will end at some point.

The attached article created by DLA Piper explore the key dates which all boards and financial stakeholders must be cognisant of. It also identifies some of the tools which are available to address overburdened balance sheets.

Please use this link to access the article: COVID-19- What next for distressed companies and their stakeholders

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