Tax issues for UK holding companies
This guide considers the tax implications of using a UK holding company to hold shares in other UK or overseas companies. The general principle is that a UK resident company […]
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Home Office immigration inspections ‘up and running’ again
Jo Hennessy tells HRNews that the suspension of Home Office inspections during the pandemic is over Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Termination and suspension of construction contracts
This guide covers contractual and non-contractual rights to terminate a construction contract. Contractual rights may include the right to terminate ‘at will’ where there has been no breach by the […]
Continue Reading →Settlements induced by misrepresentation ‘may be reopened’, rules EAT
Ed Goodwyn tells HRNews why Cole v Elders’ Voice is a lesson to those advising on COT3s and settlement agreements Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Mastercard ruling: ‘new era’ for UK collective actions
The Supreme Court’s judgment in favour of the claimants in an opt-out mass action against payments provider Mastercard “heralds a new era” for the UK’s fledgling collective redress regime, according […]
Continue Reading →Global climate change commitments bolstered at summit
Global leaders should embed bold actions to address the climate crisis into their coronavirus recovery plans, UN secretary-general António Guterres has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK considers VAT changes for sharing economy platforms
Digital platforms operating in the ‘sharing economy’ could be required to account for VAT under new proposals under consideration in the UK. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Level playing field solution can end UK-EU trade deal stalemate
A solution that recognises UK sovereignty and protects against the risk of unfair competition in EU markets is available to officials negotiating a new UK-EU trade agreement, according to a […]
Continue Reading →UK public bodies: principles of consultation in a pandemic
A recent ruling by the Court of Appeal in England and Wales offers a salutary reminder of the rules on consultations that UK public bodies must follow in their decision-making […]
Continue Reading →ILPA launches ‘diversity in action’ initiative
The ‘diversity in action’ initiative, launched by influential US-based organisation the Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA), highlights support for advancing diversity and inclusion amongst both fund managers and institutional investors, […]
Continue Reading →UK taskforce makes recommendations on digital markets regulation
The UK government is to consult on proposed changes to the regulation of digital markets in early 2021 after a major overhaul was recommended by regulators. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Coronavirus: can UK employers require staff to be vaccinated?
As the roll-out of Covid-19 vaccination begins in the UK, employers will be considering the implications for their staff and workplace. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Waste to energy in Indonesia: opportunities and challenges
Waste to energy (WtE) projects are set to go some way towards meeting the Indonesian government’s ambitious renewable energy targets notwithstanding the far-reaching effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →Singapore issues four digital bank licences
Four licences to operate a digital bank have been issued in Singapore. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →The Construction Act and its amendment – payment issues
The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act, also known as the ‘Construction Act’, has been an important part of the law affecting the construction industry since it came into force […]
Continue Reading →Rent recovery and protection – what commercial landlords can do
In the Covid-19 world significant restraints have been placed on landlords’ ability to recover outstanding rents. We look here at what options landlords retain and what factors landlords should take […]
Continue Reading →Competition law clarity needed to encourage sustainable business practices
Businesses responding to the increasing environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) agenda often need to cooperate to achieve more sustainable business practices. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →HR reminded TUPE is ‘modified significantly’ in insolvency cases
Ed Goodwyn tells HRNews how TUPE applies depends on the type of insolvency Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Repayment of furlough funds easing path to executive rewards
Lynette Jacobs tells HRNews repayments to the Treasury put firms in ‘a reasonable light’ over future pay decisions Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Financial Services Bill provides impetus for LIBOR transition on loans
Proposals outlined in the Financial Services Bill 2020 should focus the minds of market participants on transitioning loan agreements away from referencing LIBOR before the end of 2021. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →A ban of non-compete clauses ‘highly unlikely’
Ed Goodwyn tells HRNews that mandatory compensation may be the price for using non-compete clauses Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Tokyo Gas buys stake in Indonesian energy trader
Japan’s largest provider of city gas Tokyo Gas Group has acquired a 33.4% stake in Indonesian oil and gas trading company Super Energy Tbk PT. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Insolvency – what HR needs to know
Ed Goodwyn tells HRNews that HR has a key role to play during an administration and how things often happen very quickly Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Acas guidance on discipline and grievances during furlough ‘questionable’
Aisleen Pugh tells HRNews why employers may choose to depart from aspects of the Acas guidance Read Complete Article
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