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FCA propose to remove repossession restrictions
We provide an overview of the FCA's updated guidance which permits firms to recommence termination and repossession activity from 31 January 2021.
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Business Interruption Insurance ruling: what does it mean for landlords and tenants?
Here we consider what the ruling in the so-called "business interruption test case" means for landlords and tenants.
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VAT on termination sums and liquidated damages: HMRC guidance update
We provide an overview of the HMRC briefing note – RCB 12/20 – which was published on 2 September 2020. HMRC has altered its long-held position that VAT was not cha…
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Five myths of redundancy
With the law surrounding redundancy being complex, a number of myths have developed as to what employers can or cannot do. Here we address some of the common myths.
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Employee management in the time of COVID: how to bring your workforce with you
In part two of our series looking at how employee management has changed in the time of COVID, we share our thoughts on areas where employer and managers can have a…
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Sanctions, Brexit and the Blocking Regulation: what's changed?
This article explains the legislation surrounding sanctions in the UK following the end of the implementation period and highlights considerations when drafting san…
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What leadership style can we expect from Joe Biden?
In this insight, we examine the leadership approaches demonstrated by Joe Biden, and consider how aligned they are with those we have previously identified as being…
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Signing documents in counterpart: what is required?
During the rush of a transaction, documents may need to be signed in counterpart. Signing in counterpart means that duplicate contracts or deeds are printed so that…
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Commonly asked questions about the signing of deeds and documents
Here we answer some commonly asked questions about the signing of deeds and documents, covering everything from witnessing a signature to executing a document as a …
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Homeworking is here to stay: are your policies up to date?
Given the clear Government position for the remainder of this year and beyond regarding homeworking, now would be a good time to refresh on homeworking policies, pr…