What to look for in a dispute resolution and litigation team
There is a misconception that you only need a lawyer who is adept at resolving disputes or litigation when all …
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Charity Financials: Bates Wells acts for more top UK charities than any other law firm
Charity Financials’ latest directory recognises Bates Wells as the top UK law firm in the sector. Charity Financials’ Top 3000 …
Changes to the Covid-19 right to work checks guidance
On 20 April 2021, the Home Office updated guidance for employers in relation to carrying out right to work checks …
Employ workers from abroad? Be prepared for unannounced visits.
Employers are facing fines if they fail to check their employees’ eligibility to work in the UK – Chetal Patel …
Super priority services available for more visa applications made from within the UK
In a welcome move the Home Office has recently expanded its list of applications that are now eligible for priority …
The Impact Real Estate Forum launches – sharing best practice, premises enhancing positive impact
Bates Wells is leading the charge to help commercial organisations that want to create a positive impact on society and …
The Triple Bottom Line Q&A Series – People
In our Triple Bottom Line Q&A Series, we will be talking to B Corps about what ‘people, planet and profit’ …
Positive change: a podcast
What is the impact of the pandemic on charity partnerships and collaboration? Listen to Liza Ramrayka, leading sector journalist, speak …
Key points to consider for the appointment of non-executive directors of listed or quoted companies
We’ve summarised some of the key points to consider when documenting the terms of appointment. Corporate governance remains a top …
Government publishes response to Law Commission report on Technical Issues in Charity Law
On 22 March, the government published its long-awaited response to the Law Commission’s September 2017 report, Technical Issues in Charity …
Making money in your sleep? The Supreme Court rules on national minimum wage entitlement for carers working sleep-in shifts.
The Supreme Court has reached a decision in Royal Mencap Society v Tomlinson-Blake , which will have ramifications across the …
To advertise or not advertise a role? What does the Home Office expect?
Find out what has changed in light of updated immigration guidance for employers, published by the Home Office. On 16 …