Fundraising update
The first few months of 2017 have seen further developments in the regulation of fundraising following a turbulent 2016. Lawrence Simanowitz summarises the key changes. Click here to read the full artilce.
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Government Data Protection Consultation response
The UK government recently launched a consultation entitled “Data: a new direction” on 10 September 2021. The consultation presented proposals on the UK’s post-Brexit data protection regime and sought responses to those proposals. Bates Wells regularly advises charities and not-for-profits on a range of data protection matters and so is uniquely placed to address various …
Bates Wells honoured as a ‘Best for the World” B Corp, 2021
Bates Wells has been announced as a 2021 “Best for the World” B Corp, in the category of governance. The award means we’re ranked in the top 5% of all B Corps worldwide in terms of our governance and is recognition of the positive impact we make on our people, society and environment. To become …
Video: Karli Hiscock discusses the B Corp movement, for Business Reporter
How can the B Corp movement help to advance the future of responsible business? Karli Hiscock shares her thoughts with Business Reporter. B Corps aim to go beyond profit, to have a positive impact on people, the environment and society. In this video for Business Reporter’s Future of Responsible Business series, Karli Hiscock talks about …
The Charity Commission published new guidance on online safety in its updated safeguarding guidance. What’s new?
As the Commission continues to look into safeguarding issues, this is a timely opportunity to ensure your charity is complying with the Safeguarding Guidance, which applies to all charities and not just those which work with children and/or adults at risk. On Thursday 17 November 2021, mid-way though Adult Safeguarding Week, the Charity Commission published …
Bates Wells celebrates Disability History Month 2021
This year we marked Disability History Month with a panel discussion focused on one of 2021’s themes, Disability and Hidden Impairment. An award-winning author on the topic joined our internal panellists who discussed their own experiences as well as how we better develop a workplace culture that supports people living with invisible disability or chronic …
Rachel Mathieson wins Rising Star of the Year at the British Legal Awards 2021 for her role in the Uber litigation
Rachel is a Senior Associate in Bates Wells’ Employment team who qualified in 2014. Alongside Employment Partner Paul Jennings, Rachel successfully represented the two test Claimants taking on Uber in the Supreme Court, in a landmark case concerning the employment rights of an estimated 45,000 drivers across London. The case will have enormous implications for …
Building purpose into your business: Bates Wells writes for Business Reporter
As more businesses look to operate more responsibly, what are the main factors to consider? And how can you avoid greenwashing? Angela Monaghan, Purpose and Impact Lead, shares her top tips as part of Business Reporter’s Future of Responsible Business series. “There is a growing concern in the UK that capitalism in its current form …
Video: Luke Fletcher explains the Better Business Act, for Business Reporter
How could the Better Business Act drive action to make business more sustainable? Luke Fletcher elaborates in this new video for Business Reporter’s Future of Responsible Business series. The Better Business Act is a proposed piece of legislation that could rewrite the rules for businesses in the UK. It would require businesses to not only …
Spotlight: charity law and governance
During our brief intermission, catch-up on the latest in charity law and governance. Mark Abbott provides an overview of updates from across the sector. If you enjoy this mini-webinar, why not join one of our upcoming full webinars: Employment update, 12 January 3pmAn extended version of the mini-webinar you are watching. This instalment will keep …
Conscious consumerism may help save the planet: Bates Wells writes for Business Reporter
As modern consumers shift their buying habits and the market increasingly demands businesses behave responsibly, what’s stopping companies from becoming more purposeful and impact-driven? Martin Bunch dispels some misconceptions in a new piece for Business Reporter’s Future of Responsible Business series. “Today’s consumers are shifting their buying habits. A new wave of ‘conscious consumerism’ has …
Managing in a crisis: a guide for charities
We’ve sought to set out the practical steps charities can take – and points to consider – if a crisis hits. Our aim is always to help clients avoid a crisis in the first place, and our experience shows that good planning and governance are critical. However, a crisis can come from unexpected quarters – …