Optional clause to be inserted into a contract for the sale and purchase of freehold or leasehold land requiring that neither party will make any announcement about the sale contract or any ancillary matter before, on or after completion.

The standard clause is drafted to fit into standard document contracts offered by Practical Law Property, but can also be adapted for use in other contracts.

This standard clause contains guidance notes within the text (integrated drafting notes), drawing attention to specific issues.