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13 September

When is a Bordeaux not a Bordeaux?  When it's made in China (or anywhere outside of the Bordeaux region of France) of course! We review a landmark victory in China... Read More

9 September

In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the UK Government introduced the Coronavirus Act 2020 which, as well as halting evictions, increased the notice periods for both Section 8 and Section... Read More

9 September

We look at potential bribery and fraud risks in the construction sector and the importance of contractors having robust systems in place to ensure individuals have the relevant skills. Read More

7 September

With many people still considering jetting off abroad, it is important to understand how to manage employees holidaying abroad and self-isolating. Read More

1 September

On 3 March 2021, in his Budget announcement, the Chancellor announced an extension of the furlough scheme to the end of September 2021 for all parts of the UK. From... Read More

1 September

A quick guide on the changes coming into force on 1 September 2021, by the Additional Learning Needs and Education Tribunal (Wales) Act 2018. Commencement Orders From 1 September 2021,... Read More

25 August

As the situation with regard to Government support and action is regularly changing, this article is periodically updated. Please contact one of our employment team lawyers for the latest position with... Read More

24 August

Earlier this summer the Department for Education (DfE) published the new Academy Trust Handbook which takes effect from 1 September 2021 and we summarise the key changes here. It is... Read More

20 August

Unless there is a sudden and surprising change of policy, we are now in the last weeks of the furlough scheme. It was introduced in March 2020 as a short-term... Read More

13 August

Litigation & Dispute Resolution experts Joanne Thompson and William Rees look at the changes to the operation of the Disclosure Pilot Scheme for "less complex claims" below £500,000. Read More

11 August

Usually, when schools convert to academy status, this is a joint decision supported by both the governing body of the school in question, and the academy trust into which the... Read More

6 August

Can lack of contact sever a parent's obligation to maintain their children from their Estate? We look at Inheritance Act claims by estranged children, focussing on the recent case of... Read More