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8. Events may occur that render the prize draw itself or the awarding of the prize impossible due to reasons beyond the control of the Promoter and accordingly the Promoter may at its absolute discretion vary or amend the promotion and the entrant agrees that no liability shall attach to the Promoter as a result thereof.
9. English law applies and the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts shall prevail. The Promoter is The Publisher, History Today Limited, 9 Staple Inn, London WC1V 7QH, United Kingdom.
Reviewed and updated: 27 November 2017.