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 the usual commission agency arrangement where the agent takes orders and the Principal delivers and collects money. If you want to use the services of a “manufacturer’s agent”, this agreement is appropriate.
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good for sales anywhere in the World or locally;
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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rights and duties of principal;
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commission and administration arrangements;
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confidentiality;
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what happens on termination;
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prevention of competition by agent after termination.
