Tag Archives: CoronaVirus

Coronavirus: An update on ‘Furlough’ Leave

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

On 26 March, the Government released its much anticipated clarification of the Job Retention Scheme. Whilst helpful for all employers, this will be particularly welcome news to businesses who are already taking steps to place staff on ‘furlough leave’. The …

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Coronavirus: Update on support available for the Self-Employed

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

Rishi Sunak has provided further detail on his proposed measures to assist the self-employed weather a likely downturn in work during the coronavirus lockdown. These measures are in addition to the earlier proposals on tax and VAT deferrals which we …

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Coronavirus: Your Employment Questions Answered

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Alice Heathfield

If you cannot find the answer you are looking for or would like some more bespoke advice, please call our Employment Lawyers for up to 30 minutes of free legal advice to guide you through the new challenges we are …

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Coronavirus – Company directors must remember their legal duties

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

Companies are now faced with unprecedented challenges presented by the coronavirus pandemic. In this context, company directors will be trying to do everything they can to protect and preserve the business. However, they do still need to remember their legal …

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Coronavirus: Chancellor to announce support for the Self-Employed

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Alice Heathfield

However, the House of Commons Public Bill Committee has now sought to include protection for the self-employed under an amendment to the Coronavirus Bill currently before Parliament (which we expect to be passed swiftly). It proposes that freelancers and self-employed …

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Coronavirus & business interruption insurance: practical considerations for tenants   

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

Typical business insurance policies cover standard risks and are unfortunately unlikely to cover the impact of COVID-19 (including forced closure by the government). Furthermore, business interruption provisions are normally connected to property damage. Cover for business interruption due to infectious …

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Coronavirus – what should landlords expect from government measures?

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

As the UK enters uncharted territory, there are likely to be many changes to “business as usual”. Among these changes, there may be significant factors for landlords to bear in mind. What can residential landlords expect? Proposed emergency eviction freeze …

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Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme: an overview for SMEs

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

CBILS is now available through participating lenders and will initially run for six months. Types of finance The types of finance available will depend on the lender but will include: Term loans Overdrafts Invoice finance Asset finance Key aspects of …

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Coronavirus: What protection is afforded to contractors?

Posted on March 23, 2020 by Alice Heathfield

As cases of COVID-19 increase throughout Europe and the UK, the adverse impacts on the construction industry are becoming a probable reality. For contractors and subcontractors who will usually be bound by time sensitive dates for completion of the contracted …

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Coronavirus – Can you create a Will while self-isolating?

Posted on March 23, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

We have suggested six steps for how you can still think about your wills and estate planning in the current climate. (1) Use the time to think about your affairs The present circumstances may actually provide you with more time …

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