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Dwelling on your company’s ownership of a dwelling

The UK government has set out to discourage the ownership of dwellings by companies (both offshore and onshore).

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Letting your flat might not be as easy as you think!

You’ve chosen to work abroad for the next couple of years. You’ve decided to rent your flat out whilst you’re away. Friends in the same position have done this - apparently, it’s easy! However, a recent case might make this more of a problem than you expected.

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Article 8: Personal Messages at Work. Beware!

Why you need a computer use policy that provides conditions and guidance on the use of the internet, social media and personal communications at work.

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Peak Performance: LawNet Challenge 2016

RIAA Barker Gillette soar to new heights in Snowdonia National Park

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Company law changes in 2016

Company Law Changes in 2016 - The Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015 Note: The requirement to keep a PSC register came into force on 6 April 2016.

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RICS arbitration service launched

RICS arbitration service for construction and engineering disputes

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Understanding Heads of Terms in corporate transactions

Heads of terms are a crucial first step in corporate transactions. Learn what they include, why they matter, and how they shape successful deals.

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Flexible working requests: A guide for employers and employees

This guide explains the statutory process for flexible working requests, outlines employer obligations and shares best practices to help navigate requests effectively.  

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Missteps and misunderstandings: The hidden risks in modern break-ups

Christmas is the time for coming together, however financial pressure, childcare strain and the intensity of family gatherings may mean that for many couples, the season of good cheer becomes the point at which problems can no longer be ignored.

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Mince pies and the minimum wage 

A reminder to employers that seasonal staff must receive the correct pay and holiday entitlements over the festive period. With temporary and irregular-hours workers now a core part of Christmas trading, businesses are urged to double-check minimum wage compliance, holiday accrual, and payslip transparency to avoid costly HMRC scrutiny.

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Shifting the balance: How the leaseholder-landlord relationship has changed

Back in 2017, the Conservative government pledged to ‘Improve consumer choice and fairness in leasehold.’ But making a commitment and delivering on it are two very different things - as Stuart Jacobs explains in this article.

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Menopause awareness month: Legal protections and what employers need to know

October is Menopause Awareness Month, highlighting the transition and the support available for those affected. While there are currently no menopause-specific employment laws, existing protections apply, and the forthcoming Employment Rights Bill is expected to introduce clearer obligations for employers.

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