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Workplace mental wellbeing

Workplace mental wellbeing is a top concern among employers, according to European-wide research.

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New Commercial Partner Victoria Holland

Corporate and commercial partner, Victoria Holland, joins West End Law Firm RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP.

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Holidays over the Christmas period

Employers must be wary not to impose excessive sanctions in response to employees taking unauthorised holiday over the Christmas period.

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Holiday pay ruling hit schools and colleges

A case heard by the Court of Appeal earlier this year will affect many in the education sector; holiday pay for workers, who only work part of the year and have no contractually set hours, should not be calculated on a pro-rata basis.

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Press release: Awakn

RIAA Barker Gillette’s commercial real estate, employment and corporate teams act for luxury wellness facility Awakn in the lease of its flagship gym at 1 Jubilee Place, Canary Wharf, which opened on 14 October 2019.

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Scheme of works: true intentions

The Supreme Court rules on the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954

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Workplace non-disclosure agreements: What they cover, what they cannot, and what is changing

Few employment law topics have evolved as quickly in recent years as the non-disclosure agreement, or NDA. Once a quietly drafted provision in a settlement document, the NDA has become a focal point of public debate, parliamentary reform and regulatory scrutiny. Whether you are an employee being asked to sign one, or an employer reviewing your settlement templates, it is worth understanding both what these agreements can legitimately do, and the new limits Parliament has placed on them.

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Mitigating risks in business sales and purchases: Is warranty and indemnity insurance essential?

Understand how warranty and indemnity insurance can help buyers and sellers manage risk, support deal certainty and facilitate smoother M&A transactions.

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Deal or no deal? Keeping negotiations on track

How to keep commercial deals on track with Heads of Terms, NDAs and exclusivity, improving efficiency, reducing risk and avoiding delays.

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Rights and wrongs: How AI is reshaping Employment Tribunal claims

AI may be a familiar presence in the workplace, but it’s now starting to appear somewhere less expected: the Employment Tribunal (ET). Grayson Stuckey explores this trend – and what it means for employers.

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Understanding the Roles of Executors and Trustees

When making a will, you place significant trust in those appointed to carry out your wishes. Executors and trustees are key roles, often held by the same people, but their responsibilities differ. Understanding these roles and their obligations helps you make informed decisions when planning your estate or taking on either position.

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Assigning or Subletting a Commercial Lease: What Tenants Need to Know

This article explains the key differences between assignment and subletting, outlines the legal framework in England and Wales, and highlights the practical issues tenants should consider before taking action.

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