New Chief Executive Officer appointed by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO).
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has today announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Tom McCormack CBE.
Tom,...
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has today announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Tom McCormack CBE.
Tom,...
Proptech uses digital innovation to solve problems within the real estate market. The overall aim of proptech is to make it easier to...
Earlier today the Financial Services Conduct Authority (the "FCA") published its guidance on crypto assets. This follows on from the...
According to the Local Data Company's research 1 in 9 of the UK's shops are now empty. This has been attributed to the impact of...
Interesting Editor's Comment featuring in Money Observer highlighting why a Lasting Power of Attorney is such a big deal and the...
Following several profit warnings from car suppliers resulting from an unexpectedly bad down turn in demand for vehicle production...
Beyond Meat, the world's first producer of plant based meat, has announced a secondary offering following the company's IPO in May.
Patrick Gillett and Ali Silk have been left scratching their heads over the Home Office's decision that their crop of hemp should be...
Although the decision has been overturned by the Court of Appeal, it is reassuring that the view remains that a bankrupt cannot avoid an...
A new enquiry is going to be scrutinising the production of electronic waste in the UK. Currently, it is thought that 44.7 million metric...
In 2014 KPMG picked 50 start-ups from various countries as "best fintech innovators" using 4 criteria: total capital raised, rate of ...
The proposed merger between Takeway.com and Just Eat would create one of the world's largest online food delivery platforms.
It has...
The new PM has pledged a massive overhaul of the UK's migration system following the end of free movement after Brexit.
He is asking the...
On the day that the inhabitants reached the earliest Earth Overshoot Day ever, and within a week of the Brazilian government's data...
Much has been made of what happens when machine learning and AI go wrong. However, have you ever wondered about the dangers of what...
Fly-tipping is not a new problem, but the statistics below indicate that it is a growing one.
Even more worryingly, the official council...
According to the BBC, the delay in publishing the full-year results for Sports Direct was partly as a result of the Belgian tax...
As the internet of things develops, there will be a growing demand for technology to power sensors and other infrastructure. Some sensors...
The BBC has reported that fashion label Sonia Rykiel has gone into liquidation after an unsuccessful search for a purchaser. Following the
A recent report from CBI states that retail sales have fallen for the longest period in nearly 8 years. This is yet more damaging news...
The London office were pleased to support Smart Works by running a clothing drive to collect interview clothes for the North London...
Like other sectors of the economy, the Agriculture sector in the UK faces many challenges in the short, medium and long term.
A report by WRAP has highlighted the extent of wasted food inherent in the UK food production system.
Until now, the focus of the...
Genie AI, the legal tech startup behind "SuperDrafter" has raised £1.2m in its most recent seed round. "SuperDrafter" reviews past...
The IMF forecasts suggest that political uncertainty means many sectors will remain challenging for business in the next 2 years. Global...
Acas, the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service has offered some top tips for employers to help staff remain productive during...
Maintaining a settled workforce in light of any challenges that Brexit may bring is paramount. Watch our short video for advice on...
A recent Freedom of Information request by Quilter has found that in the 2018/19 tax year, of those estates that were liable to...
In litigation it goes without saying: you comply with the directions of the Court. If you don’t, your case could be thrown out....
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has explained it can help if you have concerns that someone is being abused or neglected under a...
The Insolvency Service has published a report that shows the North East and coastal areas of England and Wales have the highest level of...
Select, the UK budget fashion retail chain has agreed a second Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) in a space of just over a year after...
The decision of the High Court in Re Sturgeon Central Asia Balanced Fund Ltd (in Liquidation) has provided welcome clarification that...
Following criticisms of the way bailiffs deal with debtors the government has made plans to introduce compulsory body cameras to be worn...
In one of her final acts as Prime Minister, Theresa May is launching a consultation on parental leave entitlements, with one of the...
The linked article suggests 10 quick ways you can help improve safety on your farm. The latest HSE statistics have revealed that...
Interesting piece of research about the different "greening" impacts from EV and Fuel Cell, though let's not take our eye off the EV...
Excellent article by my colleague Robert Readfern giving an insight into the newly published Code for Private Prosecutors
It has...been widely noted by those firms with extensive experience in this area that many firms nationwide have differing standards when...…
An interesting TED talk on the next global agricultural revolution by Bruce Friedrich. The commercial meat industry today contributes...
Keith Morgan, chief executive of the British Business Bank has said that the bank will provide additional support to startups and smaller...
The Department for Transport has launched a Call for Evidence in connection with air pollutant emissions from domestic vessels operating...
Quite a lot actually, if you want to enter into a legally binding agreement.
In the recent case of Seafood Shack Ltd v Darlow [2019]...
There can be many drivers for businesses to agree to a Deferred Prosecution Agreement ("DPA") with the Serious Fraud Office ("SFO").
Interesting Q&A with David Holmes of Thorntons Investments in Insider looking at what routes are available to mitigate the exposure...
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) petitioned for the solicitor's bankruptcy following his failure to pay the SRA's costs in the...
A planned ski slope in Bristol has been abandoned following the company due to deliver it, Skiplex, going into liquidation according to...
Recent analysis from the FSA has revealed that there was a 36% increase in allergy and food alerts in England, Wales and Northern Island...
Libra, the new Facebook cryptocurrency has been greeted with hostility by members of the Senate banking committee yesterday.
David...
The internet and how we interact with it is changing dramatically. Advances in technology now mean that connected devices interact,...
On the 16 July 2019 the Department for Transport and Marine Management Organisation launched their consultation on increases to Harbour...
With some commentators saying that there are only 90-100 more harvests left in our soil, the RSA Food Farming & Countryside...
The majority of British workers prioritise workplace culture over salary, claims a new study from Glassdoor.
This interesting...
The recent KPMG Venture Pulse survey shows that VC investment in the UK, in Q1 2019, has risen by 37% (£4.4bn) compared to the same...
As the weather gets warmer, employers should consider whether to relax dress codes in order to allow their employees to dress for the...
Many employees spend their lunch breaks eating 'al desko' - eating at their desks while working (and often distressing their colleagues...
It was a BIG day for sport yesterday - with tennis and cricket taking centre stage. But it was also great to hear about the brilliant...
Good news story for this local Gloucestershire herd - showing the importance of careful (and flexible) cattle management.
Producing quality silage and block calving in the summer are allowing a Gloucestershire dairy to hit a margin over purchased feed (MOPF)...…
As subsidies like the RTFO prioritise the processing of used cooking oil into fuels (a valid and logical aim in itself) there is a risk...
Sky news reports that Boris Becker auctioned off his personal memorabilia including: a full size sterling silver replica of the US Open...
Next week is Farm Safety Week, and this year's focus is on protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of the agricultural...
Recent research from emerchantpay shows that over half of payment leaders believe their organisations are losing revenue due to...
Great to see Digital Legacy featuring in the Metro this week. The article highlights that whilst a recent YouGov survey found that...
Since its establishment in 2014, Serena Williams' VC firm has invested in over 30 startups, with a focus on tech, retail and food...
Defra has launched a call for evidence to inform the government's flooding and coastal erosion policy statement which is due to be...
Tommy Robinson is due to be sentenced for Contempt of Court.
This article explains the law and some of the leading cases.
It will be...
HMCTS will be setting up warrant of control support centres with the aim of engaging with debtors before handing the warrant to a County...
The below clip looks at rights of way and their relevance to property development.
The case of Stanning v Baldwin [2019] EWHC 1350...
A useful and detailed guide to Traffic Commissioner inquiries.
The Commissioner must hold a public inquiry if consideration is being given to taking regulatory action against an existing licence and...…
The fundraising platform has reported that over £100m has been raised in the first six months of 2019.
15 businesses have raised £1m...
An interesting article in Legal Cheek with Marcus Ball, who tried and failed to bring a private prosecution against Boris Johnson, in...
We often see innovative interpretations of the rules in the sports regulatory work we do, but this competitor showed some particular...
A report by Demos has found that there are several locations across the country described as "credit deserts" in which only high cost,...
Grenadier Estates pushing the boundaries of sustainable developments! Great work!
“At St Margaret’s, the aim is to set a new benchmark for energy-efficiency in period homes. To our knowledge, there hasn’t been a...…
An article in the FT Adviser yesterday provided an interesting commentary on why investors should consider putting in place a Lasting...
Another interesting innovation in herd monitoring technology - this time, stealth is the key #agritech
UK farmers are to trial an industry-first 3D scanning system which helps identify changes in cows' physical well being.
Challenger bank Starling has increased its offering to customers by partnering with CreditLadder. The partnership will help Starling...
With personal insolvencies expected to rise in the next year it is important to make sure that you are making your invoices are as easy...
Bread is one of the most wasted products in the food chain, with unwanted bakery products making up nearly a third of the UK's total...
This case is interesting because unlike most bankruptcy petitions this one was opposed not only by the debtor but also by 8 other...
Much has been written in the press over the weekend following the publication of a report last Friday on Inheritance Tax by the Office of...
The Academy of Robotics has unveiled Kar-go at the Goodwood Festival Speed ahead of their next fundraising round.
Kar-go uses a...
HMCTS have agreed with Smee & Ford for the existing legacy notification service to continue until a new service has been put in...
UK based mining company, Cornish Lithium is considering using crowdfunding for its next round of exploration finance.
The company...
Last week the UK Competion Authority (the "CMA") served an initial enforcement order regarding Amazon's investment in Deliveroo. The...
The ICO has today announced an intention to fine British Airways £183.39 million for breaches of the GDPR. This relates to a cyber...
Businesses focus on high tech security solutions, firewalls and anti virus software but is the real threat from a businesses own...
With the world's population to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050, there is a growing interest in sustainable protein sources.
The new HSE statistics show that 147 workers were killed at work in Great Britain in 2018/19, with another 92 members of the public...
It has taken an extraordinary amount of time for the Serious Fraud Office to bring a Deferred Prosecution Agreement against a...
This opinion piece written in the NY Times last month by historian Dr. Leslie Berlin is an interesting commentary on the issues faced by...
The MAIB has published its report into the tragic fatal accident on the ro-ro vessel Seatruck Pace when a crewman sadly fell through a...
Christopher Woolard, the executive director of strategy and competition at the FCA has said that Libra’s “size and scale will pose...
The SFR is an industry-led register of batches of non–wood based fuels, and ensures that from field-to-boiler all steps in the supply...
Leaning about managing pocket money can teach children how to be financially responsible, and should be encouraged according to some in...
Lessons to be drawn from the judgment issued by the High Court will be learned by both private prosecutors and the judiciary:
1. The...
The Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA") is proposing rules to ban the sale of derivatives and exchange traded notes referencing...
Agriculture (particularly the beef and dairy sub-sector) and transport are two intensive producers of carbon emissions.
Arla has...
The Good Food Chain, who manufacture sandwiches, were under investigation by the FSA for its possible involvement in the recent high...
Good to see export numbers dropping, supported by the UK recycling infrastructure. Hopefully will also drive a reduction in the "waste"...
Office has appointed Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), the advisory firm, to draw up plans for a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) that...
The Thames Tradesmen's Rowing Club (the Club) purported to enter into a lease of a boat house in 1987. Years later, the landlord...
A consistency and effectiveness of approach by different UK regulators has been laid bare by two recent cases.
Ofwat recently demonstrated...
They say a week is a long time in politics. Two months down the line the warnings issued by the Director-General of the National...
The independent Q1 Tech Tracker Survey commissioned by Studio Graphene has revealed that 79% of businesses in the tech sector were...
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