In Mendy v Manchester City Football Club Ltd, footballer Benjamin Mendy brought a claim against his former club Manchester City after it stopped paying his wages following public allegations of sexual offences
The Home Office have taken steps to improve the availability of the post-licence priority service, which should make it easier for sponsors to make expedite requests in respect of their licence.
Vicky McDonald in our Strategic Land team, and a planning law specialist issues an update. With the Government target to deliver 1.5million homes in the next five years, the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is seen as the key to unlocking this delivery.
The EU Data Act will become directly applicable to member states from 12 September 2025. Although the UK is no longer a member of the EU, UK businesses will need to familiarise themselves with their obligations under the Act if they use, collect and/or manage any data in the EU.
The Home Office have added Colombia to the visa national list, meaning that Colombian nationals will now need to apply for a visa before travelling to the UK as a visitor.
Cybersecurity threats are an ever-present challenge for businesses. What should organisations be doing to mitigate risk and to ensure that they comply with relevant legislation?
Lauren Lashley, a Solicitor in FSP’s Private Equity & Venture Capital team, has advised the South West Investment Fund via appointed fund manager, The FSE Group, on a £1 million equity investment into Revolution-ZERO. The £1.6 million funding round included funding from angel investors and will help create 20 new jobs while supporting the overall growth of the business, which is based in Truro in Cornwall.
The Home Office have admitted that fees charged for visa-related English language tests and qualification assessments have no legal basis.
