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The New Electronic Communications Code: Key points for landowners

A new Electronic Communications Code came into force on 28 December 2017, the rationale behind which is the improvement of telecoms operators’ networks, infrastructure and connectivity.

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Cybercrime: Managing the legal issues for victims

Government statistics show that nearly seven out of 10 larger firms in the UK have been hit by a cyber-attack or a breach in the last year

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Avoiding Bitcoin bubbles and cyber currency scams

The surge of interest in cryptocurrencies is predicted to see investors getting their fingers burned as volatility continues and while the sector remains unregulated

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Christmas gifts that keep on giving

Christmas shopping usually means a visit to the high street or browsing online retailers, but the season of giving can be a good time to make sure you’re maximising your opportunities for inheritance tax reliefs, whether to family, friends or charity, while spreading some seasonal cheer.

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Bullying: Beat the workplace bullies

Nobody should ever have to start their working day worrying about being harassed, bullied, or intimidated in the workplace.

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Have you paid an Employment Tribunal fee?

Reimbursement scheme details announced

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Enforceability: Post-termination restrictions

Quilter Private Client Advisers v Falconer is a rare case on PTRs and acts as a stark warning to employers not to use ‘template’ clauses without due consideration.

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Employers: How to lawfully dismiss an employee

If you are considering the possibility of terminating a member of staff's employment, it is important to ensure that there are internal procedures in place which are fair and reasonable and that those procedures are followed. A careful approach reduces your exposure to claims before an Employment Tribunal.

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What might force majeure look like post COVID-19?

‘Force majeure’ can be used as a way of exiting a contract. But what is it? And does it apply to post-Covid-19 contracts?

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Solicitor apprentice insight: employment seat

Patrick Simpson joined RIAA Baker Gillette's employment team in September 2019 coinciding with the third year of his six-year solicitor apprenticeship.

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Should sanctions for dishonesty be harmonised?

Reading the recent Judgment of Mr Justice Julian Knowles in Simawi v General Medical Council provokes thought, not for the first time, about the apparent disparity between sanctions imposed for dishonesty within healthcare and legal services.

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Holiday entitlement, pay and furlough

What are my employees entitled to?

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