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Field Seymour Parkes Recognised as Top Tier Firm in Private Wealth Law

Field Seymour Parkes Recognised as Top Tier Firm in Private Wealth Law

Field Seymour Parkes has been ranked as a top tier firm for Private Wealth Law in the latest edition of the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2024 alongside the head of the firm’s Will Disputes and Contentious Probate team also being ranked in the top tier for Private Wealth Disputes in the Thames Valley.

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Irish Citizens’ New Route to British Citizenship

Irish Citizens’ New Route to British Citizenship

A new Act of Parliament entitles Irish citizens to register for British citizenship.

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Most Collateral Warranties will not be a construction contract, says Supreme Court

Most Collateral Warranties will not be a construction contract, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that a collateral warranty is not a “construction contract” for the purposes of the section 104(1) of Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (Construction Act 1996). This means parties do not have any statutory right at any time to adjudicate any dispute under it.

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How to claim a refund from HMRC

How to claim a refund from HMRC

Rebecca McCoy discusses how to apply to HMRC for a repayment of the stamp duty land tax payable on additional properties when you qualify for a refund. 

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Return of the Resident Labour Market Test?

Return of the Resident Labour Market Test?

Labour have indicated that they might reinstate the Resident Labour Market Test as part of their immigration policy. But what is the Test, and what does it mean for employers?

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The duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace – what you need to know – Webinar

The duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace – what you need to know – Webinar

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Labour’s Immigration Policy

Labour’s Immigration Policy

With the Labour party having achieved a majority in the 2024 General Election, Imelda Reddington provides a reminder of their plans for immigration policy.

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Can an employer benefit from a “future claims” waiver under a settlement agreement where employment is continuing?

Can an employer benefit from a “future claims” waiver under a settlement agreement where employment is continuing?

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) have ruled that in some circumstances, a “future claims” waiver in a settlement agreement may be enforceable where employment is continuing.

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Director’s personal liability for wrongs committed by companies

Director’s personal liability for wrongs committed by companies

Scope of accessory liability for torts and of requirement to account for profits

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A Duty to Redeploy?

A Duty to Redeploy?

Are employers required to consider redeploying employees within their business, as an alternative to dismissing them?

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FSP advises SWIF on Investment into University Spin-out Developing Mining Technology

FSP advises SWIF on Investment into University Spin-out Developing Mining Technology

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Immigration webinar series for sponsor employers

Immigration webinar series for sponsor employers

A series of webinars released throughout 2024 by the Immigration team on topics to assist sponsor employers.

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