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Why wide non-competes fail

By Victoria Middleditch and Purvis Ghani
August 10, 2026
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On our website, we consider a recent High Court decision that determined that a six-month non-compete was too wide to be enforceable. The case is a reminder of the dangers of one-size-fits-all wording. We explore the key takeaways for employers. You can read our insight here.

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Victoria Middleditch

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Purvis Ghani

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Purvis is a partner in Dentons’ London office. He is a member of the People, Reward and Mobility practice in the UK.

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