Rugby Football Union v Westminster Hospitality and Events Ltd (Chancery Division); Rugby Football Union v Eventco

Acted for the RFU in its action for an injunction to restrain black market sale of tickets, which was met by Westminster by an allegation that the RFU’s attempt to prevent such sales is anti-competitive.  Interim injunction successfully obtained, but Westminster has gone into administration. A further similar action is now running against Eventco.