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Global Legal Network Global Advocaten Unveils Rebrand and Launches New Website
We are delighted to announce that our international legal network, Global Advocaten, has launched a…
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Resolution of Tax Avoidance disputes
Tom Maple considers the latest crack down by HMRC detailed in Spotlight 58.
Updated Standard Contractual Clauses for Data Transfers
The European Commission has adopted final versions of new standard contractual clauses for use in data transfers involving European Economic Area states.
The Future of the Motor Block Exemption in the UK
Tom Maple considers the future of the motor block exemption as the UK Government commences a period of consultation.
What is a Section 106 Agreement?
Lauren Walker, an associate in our Real Estate team, explains what a Section 106 Agreement is and how it may affect your property.
Letting Agencies: Are you getting the basics rights?
We look at some of the common legal pitfalls for letting agencies.
Government Proposals for New Audit and Corporate Reporting Regimes
Tom Maple considers how the government’s proposed new auditing and corporate reporting regimes may impact companies, as further statutory requirements look set to be imposed on directors and auditors.
Going Green – Advertising and Marketing Environmentally Friendly Products and Services
Cathrine Ripley considers new guidance for businesses claiming that their products or services are environmentally friendly and addresses the risks of “greenwashing”.
ICO publishes draft anonymisation and pseudonymisation guidance
The Information Commissioner’s Office has published the first draft chapter of its anonymisation, pseudonymisation and privacy enhancing technologies guidance, and has launched a consultation seeking feedback on the draft guidance. This first chapter, Introduction to Anonymisation, defines anonymisation and pseudonymisation, and explores the legal, policy and governance issues around the application of anonymisation and pseudonymisation in the context of data protection law.
What is a Tree Preservation Order?
Lauren Walker, an associate in the Real Estate team, looks at how trees are protected, what works are permitted when a tree is protected and the possible consequences of failing to comply with a tree preservation order.
ICO introduces new Data Sharing Code of Practice
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has published a data sharing code of practice, addressing requirements under the UK General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act 2018 in relation to data sharing. It’s a good reminder to data controllers of the importance of transparency, identifying the lawful basis on which you process personal data, and the need to be the accountable for your decisions.
Selling a lettings business
Tips for preparing your residential sales or property management business for sale.
Registration of title: mind the gap!
Dean Bickford, a partner in our Real Estate team, looks at some of the issues caused by the gap between completion and registration at the Land Registry.
