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Can your name predict your future job?

Can your name predict your future job?

And finally, furniture suppliers Furniture at Work have carried out research using LinkedIn data to determine the most common career for people with certain names in the UK. The results make for interesting reading. According to the research, people with the most...

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The perils of banter

The perils of banter

Employment tribunal claims based on ‘banter’ are on the rise. It is reported there were 66 claims in 2022. The rise in cases based on ‘banter’ are a reminder that what might be amusing to some can be offensive to others. This leads to a risk of discrimination claims...

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Employment non-competes look set to shrink

Employment non-competes look set to shrink

New legislation is expected to be drafted to set a 3 month limit on non-compete clauses which prevent employees from working for a similar business, or setting up a competing business, within a defined geographical radius and for a defined time. So-called gardening leave and poaching look set to stay unrestricted.

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The end of “no-fault” evictions, what does it mean?

The end of “no-fault” evictions, what does it mean?

There has been recent media attention on the Government’s long standing proposals to bring an end to Section 21 evictions, also known as “no-fault evictions”, in relation to private residential lettings. This has escalated with the recent publication of the first draft of that Bill, known as The Renters (Reform) Bill.

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All bets are off!

All bets are off!

It is vital for a business to have bespoke terms & conditions drawn up and reviewed by a legal professional

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Jonathan Dickson strengthens Wollens Private Client Team

Jonathan Dickson strengthens Wollens Private Client Team

Wollens are delighted to announce a significant addition to our highly regarded Private Client team with the recent appointment of Jonathan Dickson who joins the team as a partner. With his extensive qualifications and experience, Jonathan brings a wealth of knowledge in the areas of taxation, estate planning, and wealth preservation, further enhancing Wollens’ ability to provide comprehensive legal services to wealthy individuals and their families.

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Is your commercial property sub-standard?

Is your commercial property sub-standard?

The minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) regulations have changed with effect from 1 April 2023. A landlord of sub-standard non-domestic private property must not continue to let the property (on or after 1 April 2023), unless either of the following apply: A. ...

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Jury service – 5 things you need to know

Jury service – 5 things you need to know

Anyone on the electoral register aged between 18 and 70 can be called up for jury service at any time. Jurors are generally asked to serve for 10 working days, although this period can be longer. Here are some things that employers should know about jury service:...

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