As the coronavirus outbreak intensifies, we've been advising clients on the legal implications of events either being called off, or postponed
So, if you are an event organiser, a venue where a booked event has been affected, or due to attend an affected event, what should you do and where do you stand legally?
With the situation and government advice developing on a day-by-day basis, the timing of any steps that you take could have a big impact on your legal rights and obligations;
If you are an event organiser, particular care needs to be taken before any information is communicated to attendees;
Who is responsible for the costs associated with a cancellation or postponement? This will to a large extent depend on the particular terms and conditions in each individual case.
Wilkin Chapman corporate & commercial solicitor, Jonathan Mackinder, said: “The decision to cancel or postpone an event is never taken lightly and will likely have implications for all involved.
"We are in and facing a period of exceptional circumstances and in such situations we must all respond to government advice appropriately and in doing so act responsibly.”
