Bill Franchise Act
On 10 February 2010, the Franchise Bill was presented to the House of Representatives. It is expected that the law, whether or not in a slightly amended form, will be adopted and enter into force in the foreseeable future. See here the bill, as well as the explanatory memorandum.
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Horizontal and vertical cooperation
In practice, purchasing organisations, whether or not in the form of a cooperative, sometimes function - partly - as a sales organisation.
Competition and brandability: recent developments
The president of the Court of Arnhem very recently once again considered a number of competition law issues in preliminary relief proceedings
Master franchising: a double dependency
Various franchise organizations in the Netherlands are based on a so-called master franchise construction
Look before you leap
Franchising has enjoyed increasing interest in recent years.
Dispute settlements
Various dispute settlements circulate in the franchise practice.
Transfer Arrangements in Master Franchise Agreements
Master franchise agreements are generally long-term: 20 or 25 years is no exception.