Our climate commitments: annual report 2020

In 2019, we made a commitment to take practical action to fight the climate emergency and biodiversity crisis. Here’s how …
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Part 2: A go-to guide if your staff are working in Europe (including Switzerland) now and into 2021

If your organisation has staff working in Europe (including Switzerland), this is a “must-read” for you. As the Brexit transition …
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New ICO Data Sharing Code: what are the key actions for organisations?

The Information Commissioner has published a new Data Sharing Code of Practice. What are the key practical implications for organisations …
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What does the Brexit deal mean for data protection in the UK?

With the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (the Trade Deal) now concluded between the EU and the UK, we may be …
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Supreme court rules small businesses can claim Covid losses on insurance

The one where the big insurance companies lose (again)… Has your business lost income during the COVID-19 pandemic? Perhaps the …
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Investor visas: an attractive solution?

The decline in Tier 1 investor visas comes as bad news for UK businesses. Our leading High Net Worth Immigration …
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Bates Wells in The Future of UK Journalism

Lawrence Simanowitz, partner, Bates Wells has been referenced numerous times by The House of Lords in a recent report. The …
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The Charities Act 2022, explained: amending a corporate charity’s constitution

In this blog series, we untangle the Charities Act 2022 to pull out the key points your charity will need …
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Right to Rent scheme – what new changes do landlords need to be aware of?

Under the revised Draft Code of Practice on right to rent, the Right to Rent scheme now also applies to …
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30 days left to apply for EU Settlement Scheme Status: what do you need to know?

The UK is getting closer to its post Brexit era, with the critical date of 30 June 2021 fast approaching. …
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Positive change: the outcomes of an unprecedented year

What is the impact of the pandemic on charity partnerships and collaboration? Listen to Liza Ramrayka, leading sector journalist, speak …
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Real estate update: Heads of terms

A well drafted set of heads of terms will help the transaction run smoothly and avoid unnecessary commercial discussions and …
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