# The Merger Reference (Interbrew SA and Bass PLC) (Interim Provision) Order 2000, Article 3: Interim Provisions


Without prejudice to the generality of article 2:
(i) the nature, description, range and standard of goods offered by the Businesses immediately before their acquisition by Interbrew shall be maintained and preserved;
(ii) the goods referred to in paragraph (i) above shall be distinguishable, by name, trademark or otherwise, from any other goods offered by Interbrew;
(iii) subject to paragraph (v) below, the assets, including production, wholesale and distribution facilities, brands and goodwill, of the Businesses shall be maintained and preserved;
(iv) the number and locations of the outlets of the Businesses shall be preserved;
(v) except with the prior written consent of the Director, no assets used in the operation of the Businesses shall be disposed of, and no interest in such assets shall be created or disposed of, other than in the ordinary course of business of the Businesses;
(vi) without prejudice to the generality of paragraph (v) above, no right or interest in any brand relating to the Businesses shall be disposed of and all such rights and interests shall be maintained; and
(vii) all necessary steps shall be taken to maintain all existing licences and approvals and to obtain those required for the purposes of the Businesses.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2000/2566/article/3 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/merger-reference-interbrew-sa-and-bass-plc-interim-provision-order-2000/article-3
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