Business News
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Ashtons Legal has advised a group of real estate companies owned and operated by Witnesham Ventures Limited on a successful capital reduction demerger. Mark Watson from Ashtons Legal lead the...
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When the New York Times announced in February 2022 that they had bought the popular free to play word game Wordle for a seven-figure sum, there were a few raised...
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From 21 May 2022 goods vehicle Operator Licencing is extended to cover Light Goods Vehicles (LGVs) and will also affect cars with trailers. We explained the background to this in...
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Even the most promising development can be knocked off course if the land is subject to a restrictive covenant. Restrictions of this sort can prevent land from being built on...
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On 25 March 2022, the law relating to using mobile phones whilst driving was significantly tightened. Businesses who employ drivers (who drive as their sole role or driving is part...
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Ashtons Legal has advised ubisend, the Norwich-based conversational AI company, on their sale to Soprano Design, an international communications platform supplier. Under the deal, the founders and management team remain...
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From 6 April 2022, the employment rates and limits will have their annual increase. In relation to employment tribunal claims the new rates will apply where the effective date of...
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When the Driver & Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA) inspects and investigates goods and passengers operators, their maintenance and/or traffic systems are put under the spotlight. This process may be a...
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Development of houses on farmland or farm buildings can lead to some amazing homes which are a delight to live in. A lot of time and thought in these “grand...
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Farmers plan their crops months in advance, buying fertiliser, seed and sprays throughout the year when prices are competitive. This is the same the world over. The lack of the...
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In a recent Eastern Daily Press article, it was discovered that with an increase in people staying inside, there has been an increase in nuisance claims, more specifically, noise complaints....
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On Thursday 24 February 2022, the Government removed all remaining Covid-19 restrictions in England. This means that anyone who now tests positive for Covid-19 no longer legally need to self-isolate....
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