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Yearly Archives: 2021
Disputes risks for FS firms: ‘greenwashing’ and ESG reporting obligations
Companies are increasingly feeling the pressure of mounting public interest in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues. Financial services firms are no exception and in fact find themselves at the epicentre. ESG concerns are wide-ranging, spanning climate change, diversity and …
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Gifting in the Arts (CGS v AIL)
The Arts Council England saw a record-breaking year in 2020 with the value of cultural objects and art entering public ownership equating to an impressive £64.5 million with £40 million of tax liabilities being settled in return. Philanthropic giving of …
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How can I help my children buy a house?
The Bank of Mum and Dad supported more than half of first-time buyers under the age of 35 in 2020 and is the sixth largest lender in the UK. The average amount provided by the Bank of Mum and Dad …
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Can employers insist their staff are vaccinated?
With vaccines very much in the news due to the recent stories around ‘Strictly’ dancers and professional footballers refusing to get vaccinated, Employment Associate Patrick Kilgallon explores the issues and concerns that employers need to consider, including mandatory vaccination policies, …
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Litigation funding as investment
In this podcast, Janine Alexander a Partner from Collyer Bristow’s Banking & financial disputes team speaks to Ragavan Arunachalam, Partner and Head of Private equity about the issues surrounding litigation funding as an investment class for private investors. Areas of …
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Covid-19 Travel Update: What are the latest rules and what do they mean for business travel?
The latest update to the travel rules, much anticipated by the travel industry and travellers alike, came into effect on 4 October 2021. The previous traffic light system has been removed, to make way for a more binary system said …
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Government consultation on the future of flexible working
On 23 September the government launched a consultation to take views from individuals and businesses on its proposals to reform flexible working regulations. The government is consulting on five proposals which generally are designed to make flexible working accessible to …
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How should I approach charitable giving?
Charitable giving should always be encouraged. However, there are various ways to give to charity, and which is most appropriate will vary depending on the circumstances. Simple donations For small cash donations, particularly those to existing UK registered charities, simplicity …
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Collyer Bristow named as one of the 2021 eprivateclient Top Law Firms
We are delighted to be recognised as one of the 2021 eprivateclient Top Law Firms which provides a detailed examination of the top private wealth law firms and departments across the UK. View the full list here (subscription required). We offer …
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Employment conversations: Employee monitoring and the hybrid office
The pandemic radically changed working arrangements for millions of workers suddenly forced to work remotely at home. Despite the relaxing of Covid-19 restrictions, homeworking will remain the norm for many as firms continue to embrace hybrid and flexible working arrangements. …
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