Some advice needed.....can they do this??

[northernladuk]

It doesn't matter. There are plenty of clients.

Wrong attitude IMO. Weight up the risks yes, just **** it and assume there are plenty more clients then no.

[Antman]

It doesn't matter. There are plenty of clients.

Maybe in the South East, but in Yorkshire it's not the case.

[Antman]

I owe no loyalties to clients I have never worked for before. Unless you already know them and have some sort of relationship with the client its just business.

Me neither, however I don't like the idea of negatively affecting my potential customer base (for want of a better expression).

[jeffer]

Never trust such people. Sad. DO not miss other opportunities.