Is your business complying with the new duty to prevent workplace sexual harassment? Over 6 months ago the new duty on employers to prevent workplace sexual harassment came into force….
Read moreResidential property is defined in the stamp duty land tax (‘SDLT’) legislation as a building that is used or suitable for use as a dwelling or is in the process…
Read moreAccording to Royal Voluntary Service and NCVO data, 25 million people formally volunteered in the UK in 2024, contributing £4.6 billion in productivity gains to the economy. Volunteers’ Week, taking…
Read moreAt the government organised event “CyberUK” the Government published a new voluntary Software Security Code of Practice (the Code) (Software Security Code of Practice – GOV.UK) which sets out essential…
Read moreIn today’s purpose-led finance landscape, more businesses are seeking alternatives that align with their ethical values. One of the fastest-growing segments globally, Islamic finance offers a model rooted in fairness,…
Read moreA recent case underscores the necessity of clearly outlining overtime policies in employment contracts. This clarity not only helps in managing expectations but also prevents disputes over pay and working…
Read moreWhat is the legal definition of a ‘woman’? The Supreme Court has decided that the terms “man” and “woman” in the Equality Act 2010 refer to biological sex, meaning that…
Read moreWhere residential property is purchased by a “non-natural person” and the value of the property exceeds £500,000.00, the slab rate of stamp duty land tax (‘SDLT’) applies. For the purposes…
Read moreAre you a consumer-facing business? If so then you need to start preparing for the Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA). The DMCC aims to increase competition in digital…
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