Slate Asset Management has backed away from making an offer for McKay Securities.
The Canadian firm last month asked McKay for access to due diligence information to help it weigh up an all-cash offer for the business.
Last night it confirmed that it had dropped plans for a bid, clearing the way for Workspace’s recommended £272m cash and share offer.
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