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Pledge Agreement for the United Kingdom

Pledge Agreement Template for England and Wales

A Pledge Agreement under English and Welsh law is a security document that creates a security interest over specific assets in favor of a creditor. It establishes the terms under which assets are pledged as collateral, including the secured obligations, representations and warranties, and enforcement mechanisms. The agreement is governed by English law principles of security interests and must comply with relevant statutory requirements for creation and perfection of security.

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What is a Pledge Agreement?

A Pledge Agreement is commonly used in financing transactions where specific assets need to be provided as security for obligations. Under English and Welsh law, this document creates a security interest that allows the pledgee to take control of the pledged assets upon default. The agreement typically details the pledged assets, secured obligations, maintenance requirements, and enforcement rights. Pledge Agreements are particularly useful for financial assets, shares, and other movable property where possession or control can be transferred without physical delivery.

What sections should be included in a Pledge Agreement?

1. Parties: Identification of pledgor and pledgee and their registered details

2. Background: Context of the pledge arrangement and underlying obligation being secured

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including Pledged Assets, Secured Obligations, and Event of Default

4. Pledge: Core provisions creating the security interest and scope of the pledge

5. Representations and Warranties: Pledgor's statements regarding ownership, authority, and absence of encumbrances

6. Covenants: Ongoing obligations of the pledgor regarding maintenance and preservation of pledged assets

7. Enforcement: Rights and procedures upon default, including sale and appropriation rights

8. Boilerplate: Standard provisions including notices, governing law, and jurisdiction

What sections are optional to include in a Pledge Agreement?

1. Further Assurance: Additional actions pledgor must take to perfect security, used in complex security arrangements

2. Power of Attorney: Authority for pledgee to act on pledgor's behalf in enforcement scenarios

3. Tax Provisions: Allocation of tax liabilities and responsibilities, used where tax implications are significant

What schedules should be included in a Pledge Agreement?

1. Schedule 1 - Pledged Assets: Detailed description and/or list of assets subject to the pledge

2. Schedule 2 - Form of Notice: Template notices required to perfect the pledge where third party notifications are needed

3. Schedule 3 - Secured Obligations: Detailed description of the underlying obligations secured by the pledge

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

England and Wales

Publisher

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Document Type

Security Agreement

Cost

Free to use
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Industries

Financial Collateral Arrangements (No. 2) Regulations 2003: Key legislation implementing EU Directive 2002/47/EC, governing financial collateral arrangements and their enforcement in England and Wales

Law of Property Act 1925: Foundational legislation establishing fundamental principles regarding property rights and security interests, including provisions for creation and enforcement of security interests

Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company law, including requirements for registration of company charges and rules about corporate capacity and authority

Insolvency Act 1986: Legislation governing insolvency proceedings and their impact on security interests, including enforcement rights during insolvency

Common Law Security Principles: Established case law and principles relating to security interests, charges, and pledges under English law

Contract Law Principles: Fundamental common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in England and Wales

Equitable Principles: Principles of equity relating to security interests and their enforcement

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services, particularly relevant when financial institutions are involved in pledge arrangements

FCA/PRA Regulations: Regulatory requirements from Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority applicable to regulated entities

Conflict of Laws: Rules determining applicable law and jurisdiction in cases involving international elements

Rome I Regulation: EU-derived rules on choice of law in contractual obligations, relevant for international pledge agreements

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