Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to Cora Ventures Ltd. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. Definitions

• "Company", "we", "our", or "us" refers to Cora Ventures Ltd
• "Services" refers to all consulting, advisory, and related services provided by the Company
• "Website" refers to coraventures.uk and all associated domains
• "User", "you", or "your" refers to any individual or entity accessing our website or services
• "Client" refers to any party engaging our professional services under a formal agreement

3. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our website or services.

4. Our Services

4.1 Service Description

Cora Ventures Ltd provides municipal development consultancy services, including but not limited to:

• Project development and feasibility studies
• Funding origination and financial structuring
• Stakeholder engagement and coordination
• Public-Private Partnership (PPP) structuring
• Project implementation support
• Strategic advisory services

4.2 Service Agreements

Specific services are provided under separate written agreements that detail the scope, deliverables, fees, and terms applicable to each engagement. These Terms supplement but do not replace such agreements.

5. Use of Website

5.1 Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• Use automated systems to access the website without our permission
• Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material from the website without authorization
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or organization

5.2 Account Security

If you create an account on our website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Cora Ventures Ltd or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal or business evaluation purposes. This license does not include any right to:

• Modify or copy the materials
• Use the materials for commercial purposes
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notations
• Transfer the materials to another person or entity

7. Professional Services Terms

7.1 Engagement

Professional services are provided under separate written agreements. Each engagement will specify the scope of work, deliverables, timeline, fees, and payment terms.

7.2 Professional Standards

We provide our services with reasonable skill and care in accordance with professional standards applicable to municipal development consultancy.

7.3 Client Responsibilities

Clients are responsible for:

• Providing accurate and complete information
• Timely responses to requests for information or decisions
• Payment of fees in accordance with agreed terms
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

8. Fees and Payment

8.1 Service Fees

Fees for our services are specified in individual service agreements. Unless otherwise stated, all fees are exclusive of VAT and other applicable taxes.

8.2 Payment Terms

Payment terms are specified in each service agreement. Standard payment terms are within 5 business days of invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing.

8.3 Late Payment

Late payments may incur interest charges in accordance with the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998.

9. Confidentiality

We maintain strict confidentiality regarding all client information and project details. Specific confidentiality obligations are detailed in individual service agreements.

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 Website Use

Our website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

10.2 Professional Services

Liability limitations for professional services are specified in individual service agreements. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for:

• Death or personal injury caused by negligence
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
• Any other liability that cannot be excluded by law

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cora Ventures Ltd, its directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our website or services in violation of these Terms.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our website immediately, without prior notice, for any breach of these Terms. Service agreements may be terminated in accordance with their specific terms.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute arising from these Terms or our services, we encourage parties to first attempt to resolve the matter through good faith negotiations. If resolution cannot be achieved, disputes shall be resolved through the courts of England and Wales.

15. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely reflects the original intent.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any specific service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Cora Ventures Ltd regarding your use of our website and services.

18. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Cora Ventures Ltd.

19. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the terms and policies of any third-party websites you visit.

20. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms or any service agreement due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, government actions, or natural disasters.

21. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

22. Acknowledgment

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.