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16 Mar 2022
Shareholder Decision Making: Your Questions Answered
If you are a shareholder in a private company, we understand that navigating decision making and disputes can be challenging. It may be unclear as to who is responsible for making such a decision or whether the board or the shareholders have the final say. In this article, we answer some of the most common […]
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16 Mar 2022
Building your Board: Choosing and Hiring Directors
In your company, the board of directors plays a very important role. They are the foundation of corporate governance, they consider the strategic direction of the business, and they typically manage the day to day running of your operations. Having the right board of directors in place can make all the difference to the success […]
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16 Mar 2022
What Are the Notification Requirements for Mergers in the UK?
If you are considering merging your business with another, you may be concerned about notifying the authorities about your proposed merger. In this article, we look at the requirements and thresholds for notification under the UK competition law regime, as well as the reasons why you may wish to voluntarily notify the Competition and Markets […]
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8 Feb 2022
Tips for Avoiding Disputes in Construction Projects
Construction projects can be challenging, with many parties involved, unforeseen circumstances, and changes to timescales, avoiding disputes can be difficult. In this post, we provide our top tips for how to set your construction project up for success. If you are already involved in a dispute and need specialist legal advice, you can get in […]
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1 Feb 2022
Quick Guide to Agency and Distribution Agreements
If you are in the business of supplying or producing goods or services, you may have considered growing your sales network. It can be challenging to market in all areas and sectors at once, particularly without the assistance of a sales team. However, an agent or a distributor can help you to sell and market […]
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20 Jan 2022
The Legal Checklist for Start-up Companies
Starting a new business is exciting, and it can be easy to get caught up in the more creative elements of your start up, instead of the legal requirements. However, the success of your business is dependent on getting off to the right start when it comes to legal matters. In this article, we look […]
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19 Dec 2021
The climate & ecological emergencies and the workplace
When the International Panel on Climate Change published its sixth report in August, the UN Secretary General, Antonio Gutierrez, described it as a “code red for humanity”. The Office for National Statistics reported this month that three quarters of adults now worry about climate change, citing anxiety, a sense of helplessness, and concern for family and […]
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26 Nov 2021
The climate and ecological emergencies and the workplace
When the International Panel on Climate Change published its sixth report in August, the UN Secretary General, Antonio Gutierrez, described it as a “code red for humanity”. The Office for National Statistics reported this month that three quarters of adults now worry about climate change, citing anxiety, a sense of helplessness, and concern for family and […]
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26 Nov 2021
Supporting workers in the Covid-19 vaccination programme
The Health Secretary Sajid Javid recently said we must remain cautious, not complacent in any way and that he hoped people can look forward to Christmas together. How can employers support workers in the Covid-19 vaccination programme? The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 obliges employers to take reasonable steps to reduce workplace risks, […]
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