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Effects of a 'no deal' EU Exit on the functions of the CMA

Draft guidance on CMA functions in the event of a 'no deal' EU Exit.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk

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Leaving the EU with a deal remains the Government’s top priority. This has not changed. However, we must plan for every eventuality, including a ‘no deal’ scenario. We are intensifying and accelerating ‘no deal’ planning to ensure we are fully prepared.

We are inviting views on the effects of a ‘no deal’ EU Exit on the functions of the CMA. The draft guidance covers:

the legal framework
merger control
enforcement of competition law prohibitions (antitrust, including cartels)
consumer protection law enforcement

Documents

Consultation document: draft guidance on the effects of the UK's 'no deal' exit from the European Union on the functions of the CMAapplication/pdf Draft guidance on the effects of the UK's 'no deal' exit from the European Union on the functions of the CMAapplication/pdf Summary of responsesapplication/pdf Freshfields application/pdf Arianna Andreangeli application/pdf Susan Singleton application/pdf Member of public Aapplication/pdf