Regentcrest plc v Cohen [2001] 2 BCLC 319
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Updated 2024-05-30 02:43:23 UTC
Test of improper purposes is objective, and not subjective
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Thus test is not one of good faith
I.e. is possible for director to be acting in good faith, but for improper purposes
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