Here, we look at the committee’s findings, examine what the government’s response is likely to be, and discuss the reaction of the housing sector so far.
Though the concept of intellectual property has been around since the early 18th century, current copyright laws are struggling to catch up with digital. So, with the EU rolling out legislation that could affect how we use everything from memes to emojis, how – asks Evangelos Kyveris – can you make sure you’re using online content correctly and protecting your innovations?
April showers employers with a raft of employment legislation
Gender pay gaps, itemised payslips and what to do about working rights for EU citizens – these are some of the issues looming large for employers over the coming weeks, with April ushering in many significant dates for new and amended employment legislation.
The Highly Contentious ‘Non-Contentious Probate (Fees) Order 2018’
While it may appear that Brexit is the only topic of conversation in government today, at the beginning of February Parliament met to discuss The Non-Contentious Probate (Fees) Order 2018, which unlike its name has been highly contentious since its inception.
Directors can face personal liability for torts committed by their company, as a recent Supreme Court ruling reveals. Learn more about the risks and how to protect yourself.
In the whirlwind of emotions and challenges that follow a divorce, the fate of the family home takes centre stage. It is not just the financial value of the house but the profound personal and emotional significance it holds at the heart of family life.
Supreme court ruling on referees’ employment status
In PGMOL v HMRC, the Supreme Court considered whether professional referees were self-employed. The case has the potential for far-reaching implications across the employment world.
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