Macfarlanes has advised The Royal Bank of Scotland plc in relation to new term and revolving acquisition facilities made available to certain companies in the Octopus group.

Part of the proceeds was used to finance the acquisition of real estate investment manager MedicX Group, from funds advised by Cabot Square Capital. MedicX Group is the administrator of the MedicX Fund that invests in primary healthcare properties.

The Macfarlanes team was led by banking and finance partner Andrew Perkins.