Procurement Act 2023 — further duties in 2026 that contracting authorities must observe
We explore the upcoming changes introduced by the Procurement Act 2023, when they take effect and what they mean for contracting authorities.
Samantha Thompson
Graduate Solicitor Apprentice
0151 600 3028 samantha.thompson@brabners.com
Samantha is a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice in our commercial and intellectual property team.
She assists the team in advising on commercial and contract matters including terms and conditions of sale, website terms, supply agreements, grant agreements, NDAs and many other bespoke commercial agreements in a wide range of sectors. She acts for and has built relationships with numerous clients across many different sectors.
Samantha is active member in our healthcare sector and has particular expertise advising clients on the specific market entry requirements in relation to pharmacy transactions as well as regulatory matters, such as fitness to practise.
Samantha also has experience of and advises upon data protection matters as well as intellectual property matters, such as preparing trade mark applications and IP licence agreements.
Samantha joined us in 2014 and is currently undertaking a Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship via the University of Law. She is set to qualify in 2024 and works across our Lancashire, Liverpool and Manchester offices.
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