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HMRC – A preferential creditor

HMRC – A preferential creditor

Following the Finance Act 2020 gaining Royal Assent on 22 July 2020 HMRC became a preferential creditor in insolvencies with effect from 1 December 2020.

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A duty to promote the success of the company… is it not obvious?

A duty to promote the success of the company… is it not obvious?

Ross Brymer, a solicitor in our corporate team, evaluates the GC100 guidance on stakeholder considerations together with the section 172 duty of the Companies Act 2006 to promote the success of the company.

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Complying with GDPR: Processing Data and Providing Information

Complying with GDPR: Processing Data and Providing Information

The Resolution recently adopted by the European Parliament shines a light on where some companies are falling short of their GDPR obligations.

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The VAT Reverse Charge Has Arrived

The VAT Reverse Charge Has Arrived

As HMRC clamps down on VAT fraud, suppliers of construction services should ensure they understand how the reverse charge works.

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Community Designs

Community Designs

Brick by Brick: EU’s General Court builds on Community Design Regulation to protect designers of modular products.

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What form should your business take?

The pro’s and con’s of the four main business structures: sole trader, partnership, company and limited liability partnership.

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FSP PE team advises BGF on £8m AND Digital follow-on

FSP PE team advises BGF on £8m AND Digital follow-on

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Financing a business start-up

A basic guide on the finance options available to businesses and what to think about before committing yourself.

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Directors’ disqualification orders

The number of directors’ disqualifications has increased substantially in the last decade. Ross Brymer explains the importance of complying with directors’ duties.

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What are the pitfalls for a growing business?

Ross Brymer highlights some areas that may present challenges for growing businesses.

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10 Housekeeping steps to prepare your business for sale

Ross Brymer, a solicitor in our corporate team, highlights ten ways you can prepare your business for sale. 

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New rates of SDLT for non-UK residents

New rates of SDLT for non-UK residents

With higher Stamp Duty Land Tax rates effective since 1 April 2021, could you be affected?

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