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Written By: Lisa Campbell Publication Date: Thu, 09/06/2011 - 15:21 The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has launched a merger inquiry after Smiths News Plc bought Dawson Holdings for £20m. The deal, which will see Dawson Holdings' division combine with Bertrams and provide the book wholesaler with a digital platform, is subject to shareholder as well as OFT approval and is expected to be finalised by September. An OFT spokesperson said interested parties have until 21st June to make "representations" to the investigating body with a decision expected by 5th July. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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