You may be aware that the new IR35 regime came into force from 6 April 2021, bringing substantial new risks for staffing companies, consultancies and end hirers of Personal Service…
COMMERCIAL UPDATE 41 IR35 – WHERE ARE WE NOW?
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Has Lockdown Had an Impact on Divorce Enquiries?
The first few months of 2021 have been spent in lockdown, causing couples and families to spend increased amounts of time together. This has, in many cases, acted as a…
NEW MODEL SHARED OWNERSHIP – GOVERNMENT RESPONSE TO TECHNICAL CONSULTATION – HEADLINES
On 1 April, the Government published its response to the technical consultation on New Model Shared Ownership. There is much for RPs and local planning authorities to take on board…
Are Pop-up Shops the Future for Our High Street?
The UK has had little choice but to become a nation of online shoppers during the Covid-19 pandemic, but with restrictions set to ease on 12 April and non-essential retail…
Employment Law – 5 Changes You Need To Know About in April 2021
April is always a busy month for employment law – we highlight the key changes taking place this month that employers will need to take note of: 1 April: National…
Lockdown Stage 2 – What Does It Mean for the Hospitality Sector?
With just two weeks to go until we reach Stage 2 of the Government’s provisional roadmap, many businesses will be busy preparing to reopen and capitalise as soon as they…
The Importance of Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) are important legal documents which enables individuals to act on another person’s behalf, should one become incapacitated. The…
COMMERCIAL UPDATE 40 – GETTING YOUR T&C’S RIGHT
In commercial negotiations, both parties often attempt to rely on their own standard terms and conditions (“T&Cs”) as forming the basis for a contract. This to-ing and fro-ing over the…
COMMERCIAL UPDATE 39 OUR TOP 10 TIPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS’ AGREEMENTS.
A shareholders’ agreement is a vital tool for shareholders to regulate the relationship between themselves and the company. Here are the top 10 tips for shareholders (and future shareholders) to…
National Minimum Wage increase from 1 April 2021
Following the recommendations of the Low Pay Commission, the Government has announced the increased National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates which will come into force from 1 April…
Do We Really Need a Shareholders’ Agreement?
What is a shareholders’ agreement? A shareholders’ agreement does what is says on the tin. It is an agreement between at least two shareholders in a company and is designed…
Spire Advises Centurion on Agreement With Helmet Safety Technology Company Mips in U
Spire Solicitors LLP have advised above-the-neck PPE specialist Centurion Safety Products, in their agreement with Swedish helmet safety technology company Mips, which will see Centurion incorporate the Mips (Multi-directional Impact…
