But it could prove fertile ground for litigation. Traders who bought insurance on B&B debt will want to claim a payout, arguing this is tantamount to default.
Banks that sold the insurance will argue the opposite. Rule changes by the UK government have clouded the issue. Debt expert Toby Nangle of Baring Asset Management predicts a legal "punch-up." Could be entertaining.
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