I do not think that that would arise under this limb of the offence, but it would depend on the circumstances and the relationship between the friends. If they are dealing as equals, it would be a straightforward contractual relationship. Under this limb, for there to be an abuse of position, it is required that a particular duty is owed by the individual, over and above that which people have when they enter into a normal contract to purchase property, or anything else.
Fraud Bill [Lords]
Proceeding contribution from
Mike O'Brien
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 12 June 2006.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Fraud Bill [HL].
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