Who will use this document:
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a person looking to set up an agency for the sale of goods in Scotland;
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a person looking to set up an agency only within the rest of the world;
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a person looking to set up an agency in the EU;
Key features:
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this document is for a “del credere” arrangement, where the agent carries stock and delivers;
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good for sales anywhere in the World;
Why use this document:
Because this document is designed to protect your business, provide an administrative framework for your arrangements with agents, assist you in complying with the law and be totally fair to your agents.
This document is designed for use inside or outside Scotland. The notes advise what may safely be changed if change is required.
This document includes provision for:
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the structure of the agreement;
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agents general duties;
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agents arrangements for selling the goods;
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agent’s responsibilities for holding stock and arrangements for delivery and money responsibility;
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attendance by agent sales force if required at trade shows and training sessions;
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rights and duties of principal;
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commission and administration arrangements;
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confidentiality;
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prevention of competition by agent;
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what happens on termination.
