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Calculating holiday pay – change on the horizon?

In the UK, many employers calculate holiday pay based on basic salary alone – even if an employee usually receives commission. However, a landmark court case seems set to change this.

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House sellers are facing testing questions

Springtime is traditionally the busiest time for the property market, but with a knotty problem affecting more homes than ever, whether you’re buying or selling, it’s worth doing some horticultural homework before you start.

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How to make money from home: rent a room

In 1992 the government introduced the Rent a Room Relief. This allows individuals to make a tax-free income for renting a furnished room in their residential home.

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Gender Pay Gap Reporting

Historically, men have been paid more than women undertaking the same role. In July 2015, former PM David Cameron announced steps to end the gender pay gap in a generation.

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Wealth Tax or Stamp Duty Land Tax?

Many observers of the London property market would have been hoping for a reduction in Stamp Duty Land Tax rates in the UK government's recent budget announcement, but to no avail.

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Vacant properties ‘stolen’ by fraudsters

A recent High Court case, Dreamvar (UK) Ltd -v- Mishcon De Reya (A Firm), demonstrated that the Land Registry could spot a fraudulent transaction.

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Overzealous employee monitoring may overstep data protection boundaries

Employers who use software to help manage productivity and other employee activity may inadvertently violate data protection regulations.

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Legal considerations for launching a charity business

Passionate about making a positive impact? Setting up a charity can be the perfect way to contribute to your community or even globally. This guide offers step-by-step instructions and insights into operating a UK charity.

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UK approach to AI regulation

AI is rapidly advancing and revolutionising how we live, work and interact with technology. AI makes the impossible possible, and the future holds great promise for how this technology can transform our world. However, as with any ground-breaking technology, risks and challenges are associated with the development and implementation of AI, which society must consider and address to ensure a responsible and beneficial outcome for all.

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Death of a shareholder

Corporate solicitor Evangelos Kyveris and private client partner James McMullan of West End Law Firm RIAA Barker Gillette, look at what happens to a shareholder's shares when they die.

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Estate planning for blended families

Navigating wills and inheritance

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Unfair contract terms

The Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 protects parties with less bargaining power from unfair or unreasonable contractual terms. A crucial part of the Act is the “reasonableness test”, which assesses the fairness and enforceability of exclusion and limitation clauses.

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