Co-op goes off-panel for CC M&A advice
The Co-operative Group has ventured outside its recently revised panel and appointed Clifford Chance to advise on its £9.5bn merger with fellow co-operative Rochdale-based grocer United Co-operatives. Co-op head of legal Phillip Hardman said the firm was selected based on its longstanding relationship with the Co-op and its ability to act for both parties involved […]