Change of Administration

/ˈtʃeɪndʒ əv ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The transition period when one government or administrative leadership is replaced by another, often changing policies and priorities.
    The change of administration led to a revision of the environmental regulations.

Forms

  • change of administration

Commentary

Often significant in contract clauses and regulatory compliance, a change of administration can trigger renegotiations or adjustments to legal obligations.

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