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Investors: Conducting an IP Health Check before investing or acquiring a business

As discussed in our previous article of 10 December 2018, changes to entrepreneurs’ relief introduced…

June 20, 2025

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As discussed in our previous article of 10 December 2018, changes to entrepreneurs’ relief introduced…

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As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, many businesses are still being affected by the restrictions. This…

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How will Brexit affect public procurement? This article looks at the key points to be…

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The National Security and Investment Act 2021 come into force on 4 January 2022. What…

December 31, 2021 By Catherine Carlton

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Duty of good faith – when can you rely on this in your dealings with others?

Most of your business dealings may run smoothly and you and the other parties to…

December 31, 2021 By Stephens Scown

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Non-executive directors: how independent do they need to be?

The value non-executive directors (NED) can add to a business is widely recognised.  Often, NEDs…

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Shareholder Register: Who can view a company’s register of members?

Every company is required to keep an accurate, up-to-date shareholder register.  An annual return or…

December 31, 2021 By Gavin Poole

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Suppliers beware – new prohibition on terminating contracts due to customer insolvency

Recent changes to insolvency legislation means that many suppliers may be required to continue providing…

December 22, 2021 By Sean Jenner

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Climate change is happening now. How can businesses reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to…

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Share sale opens new chapter for leading Somerset food business

Renowned Somerset food business Jon Thorner’s Ltd is entering a new chapter in its history…

December 10, 2021 By Stephens Scown

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While it is difficult to know how businesses will fare during the current coronavirus pandemic,…

November 28, 2021 By Harriet Wigmore

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How can SMEs work towards the Paris Agreement?

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