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The gradual erosion of the ultra vires doctrine in English company law

  • Chrispas Nyombi

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    Abstract

    Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to discuss the doctrine of ultra vires and its development over time, which is claimed to be one of gradual erosion. Design/methodology/approach – This paper discusses the doctrine of ultra vires and its development overtime, which is claimed to be one of gradual erosion. Findings – It shows how the abolition of the objects clause has signalled the end of ultra vires. Today, it remains nothing more than a ghost, but one which continues to haunt management. Originality/value – It builds on existing research literature.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)347-362
    JournalInternational Journal of Law and Management
    Volume56
    Issue number5
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2 Sept 2014

    Keywords

    • company law

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