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In 2020, the UK reported a gender pay gap of 15.5%, in favour of men. This means on average, men are paid more than women. The gender pay gap is...
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If you are reviewing your commercial property portfolio, you may decide that the time is right to sell some of your property and it goes without saying that you will...
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Commercial disputes are a known risk of running a company, however, there are a few things you can do to avoid them and reduce costs if one arises. Review your...
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Julie Crossley, a medical negligence specialist at Ashtons Legal, has obtained a settlement of £25,000 for a man who developed advanced glaucoma as a result of a delayed referral. Mr...
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An A&E department has been rated ‘inadequate’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after it was found to have significant delays in admitting and discharging patients, poor infection risk control...
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Now that the transition period has ended and the EU/UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement* between the EU and UK is in force, how can UK goods and passenger transport operators...
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The VAT domestic reverse charge for construction services starts on Monday 1 March 2021. It is a major change in the way that VAT is collected in the construction industry....
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When a loved one dies as a result of someone else’s wrongdoing it may be possible to bring a claim under the Fatal Accidents Act. The Fatal Accidents Act may...
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Many business owners are familiar with the risks that can affect their ability to operate successfully, but for some, protecting the business on the death of a shareholder is often...
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Uber BV (Uber) challenged the employment status of drivers who provide their services through the Uber application (Uber App). The Supreme Court unanimously dismissed their appeal and upheld an Employment...
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An inquiry into the qualifications held by the incoming chief executive of Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT) has begun after it was revealed that he did not hold...
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Swift v Carpenter is a landmark case and brings welcome news for Claimants who have to purchase alternative accommodation as a result of an accident. Those who have been involved...
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