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Simon Waters wrote: > Presumably that just changes the criteria from "fit for purpose" to > "proper standard of workmanship" and "satisfactory quality". Or is there > some other radical difference between goods and services I should know > about. *refers again to lecture notes* *mumble* OK.. the Sale of Goods Act has been superseded by The Sale and Supply of Goods Act 1994: "S. 14(2)(A) – defines ‘satisfactory’ quality S. 14(2)(B) looks at specific quality-based issues: -Fitness for purpose -Appearance / Finish -Freedom from minor defects -Safety and durability The above terms apply to all goods sold ‘in the course of business’" So that tightens things up quite a bit, especially the 'free from minor defects' part. Minor being a subjective term in some situations. The Supply of Goods and Services Act is described here: http://www.dti.gov.uk/consumers/fact-sheets/page24702.html Broadly speaking though I think you're right Simon. Kind regards, Julian -- The Mailing List for the Devon & Cornwall LUG http://mailman.dclug.org.uk/listinfo/list FAQ: http://www.dcglug.org.uk/linux_adm/list-faq.html