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Mark Cook

Partner

Partner in the projects team

My role

I’m a partner who plays a leading role in our work with local authorities, housing associations and businesses, in transforming services for the public and meeting the many challenges in society. I am training principal for the firm, responsible for the care of our trainee solicitors and the recruitment and retention of talented people wishing to join their ranks.

My experience

For over 25 years I have advised on working together across the public, private and civil society sectors. I provide strategic advice on models for transforming public services and believe in the ability of those on the ground to make the difference in their neighbourhoods. I am an expert in making social value a core feature in public services.

‘Mark Cook was professional, and always met deadlines. He also gave practical advice not just the legal position.’ Legal 500, 2023

My specialisms

  • Public procurement and subsidy control
  • Local government and public law
  • Company and commercial law
  • Enabling innovation and making connections

My latest insights

Subsidy controls rule, UK? Subsidy controls rule, UK?

Just a month after finalising Brexit, the UK Government has issued its consultation "on the best way to design a bespoke approach to...

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My latest articles

New procurement risks when buying from sister commercial trading companies
New procurement risks when buying from sister commercial trading companies

Those of you who have been trying to match the provisions...

Using powers and policies to make municipal enterprise a success
Using powers and policies to make municipal enterprise a success

This may be obvious, but councils have been active in...

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