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StablePolicyReported 2026-09-30 19:00

CMA Investigating ABP / Dovecote Park Merger

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating the merger between ABP Food Group Unlimited and an indirect minority shareholding in Extra Detail Limited.

Why it matters. The CMA's investigation could lead to regulatory actions affecting the companies involved and the broader food industry.

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Evidence

  • UUK Competition and Markets AuthorityRegulator2026-09-30 19:00
    The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating the completed acquisition by ABP Food Group Unlimited of an indirect minority shareholding in Extra Detail Limited.
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  • UUK Competition and Markets AuthorityRegulator2026-09-30 19:00
    17 September 2026: The CMA has served an initial enforcement order under section 72(2) of the Enterprise Act 2002 on 17 September 2026 in relation to the completed acquisition by ABP Food Group Unlimited of an indirect minority shareholding in Extra Detail Limited.
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