CEO Q&A with Michael Ward at Gateley Holdings PLC (LON:GTLY)

In April 2017 we wrote about the introduction of new lawrequiring certain organisations to publish information about their gender pay gap. Almost a year on and the first reporting deadline is fast approaching. All private and voluntary sector employers

In April 2017 we wrote about the introduction of new law requiring certain organisations to publish information about their gender pay gap. Almost a year on and the first reporting deadline is fast approaching. All private and voluntary sector employers

The term ‘financial institution’ is widely used in the finance sector. This blog focuses on its use in facility agreements where it is common to permit transfers of the lender’s position to ‘banks or other financial institutions’. A

Background “Good work: the Taylor Review of Modern Working Practices” was published in July 2017.  The report considered the impact of new models of working (including the gig economy) on the rights, freedoms and obligations of

This blog is the first in a series of posts taking us ‘back to basics’. In the series we will touch on some of the key legal requirements and various key aspects of a banking transaction,

The increasing rise in new or disruptive technologies is causing a wave of change across traditional businesses (including law firms!), requiring many industries and professions to re-think the way they provide their services. Expectations for technologies

As more DB pension schemes have closed in recent years, one of the most problematic issues for many employers is where scheme rules are deemed to prevent them from fully breaking the link with members’ final

In April 2017, the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) launched a call for evidence setting out proposals for a new beneficial ownership register of overseas companies that own UK property. The consultation closed in

Back in 2016, the Law Commission launched the 13th Programme of Law Reform and sought the opinion of the general public on key issues they believe require urgent reform. The consultation received over 1,300 submissions, covering 220 different areas

The shortlist for the 2018 Birmingham Law Society Legal Awards has been unveiled. Trowers & Hamlins, DLA Piper and Anthony Collins Solicitors are among those receiving multiple nominations for this year’s event. The Birmingham Law Society

A Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) can be a useful tool for companies and other businesses to enter into a statutory arrangement with its creditors. It allows a business to propose a compromise which becomes binding on

Back in December we wrote about the importance of following the rules set out in an agreement when bringing a claim under that agreement. The buyer in that case found out to its detriment just how vital it is

Last week’s blog looked at the legalities of flexible working requests. This week we look at how to successfully handle the process, sharing our key tips while taking a look at what you should avoid doing. Consider

Carillion, the second largest building contractor in the UK and the lead on a number of key public service contracts, entered into liquidation last week. Various commentators have highlighted poor governance at the company but would

The underlying question for any guarantor is a basic one – what is the extent of my liabilities? The principal question for any lender on the other hand is – how can I ensure the guarantor’s

Flexible working is increasingly commonplace and most employers will have had experience of employees whose working pattern is atypical, or of employees who have made a request to change their working pattern which they may not

The third Monday in January is considered to be the most depressing day of the year and was labelled “Blue Monday” by psychologist Cliff Arnall in 2005. Contributing factors include the post-Christmas period, debt and poor

In the recent decision of Barter (Re Ivy House) the Upper Tribunal had to consider whether to discharge a restrictive covenant that had been imposed on the applicants only four years previously. Somerset County Council advertised a residential