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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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The Bribery Act 2010

In January 2016, the first UK company to be prosecuted for corruption was sentenced to a fine of just over £1.3m, had over £800k confiscated and was ordered to pay £25k in prosecution costs, with two directors being convicted and sentenced in 2015.

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Implied terms

The Supreme Court has recently clarified the law on implied terms in Marks & Spencer plc v BNP Paribas Securities Services Trust Company (Jersey) Ltd.

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Commercial rent arrears recovery from 6 April 2014

On 6 April 2014, the government abolished the common law right known as “distress”, no longer allowing a landlord to seize a tenant’s goods and sell them to recover outstanding rent arrears.

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Barker Gillette LLP and Lucas McMullan Jacobs Merge

Barker Gillette LLP and Lucas McMullan Jacobs are delighted to announce their merger as from 3 November 2014.

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New sexual harassment rules may signal changes to office parties or a decline altogether
Tomorrow is expected to be one of the busiest nights for office Christmas parties this year. While these celebrations are a staple of the festive season, offering a chance for colleagues to unwind and bond, they also bring unique challenges for emplo

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Employers need to support couples during relationship breakups
Family Christmases are often followed by the news of unhappy couples calling it quits in January, leading to so-called "Divorce Day", as family lawyers receive numerous enquiries when they reopen after the Christmas break.

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What are trustee responsibilities? A guide to key duties and best practices
Trustees' responsibilities encompass a wide range of duties when overseeing a trust estate under their care.

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What is the Employment Rights Bill 2024?
The Employment Rights Bill 2024 marks a pivotal moment in UK employment law, promising the most significant reforms in over three decades

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Autumn Budget Statement 2024
Key implications for employment law, property law, and estate planning

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