17.1 Subject to Clause 16 above, this Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Scotland, and (subject as aforesaid) the parties hereby submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Scotland.
17.2 No action or proceedings may be commenced against the Independent Tester for any breach of this Agreement after the expiry of 12 years following the date of completion of the Services or the termination of this Agreement, whichever is the earlier.