Posted By: Claire Wilson
UK data protection law will change on 25 May 2018, when the EU General Data Protection Regulation takes effect, replacing the Data Protection Act 1998. Since 1998 there has been a significant evolution in information technology, communication and sharing of information. Also the various EU member s...
Contract changes can be costly
Posted By: Julie Leonard
As the law currently stands, all employees have the right to make a flexible working request after 26 weeks of continuous employment and fexible working arrangements are a way of working that is accommodating to an employees needs. In Gregory v Royal Mail Group Ltd [2017] the employee (G...
CASCs – no gift aid on membership subscriptions
Posted By: Jenny Ebbage
HMRC has updated Chapter 3.37 of the Gift Aid guidance to confirm that CASCs are not eligible to claim Gift Aid on membership subscriptions. The HMRC guidance for CASCs on tax relief has also been updated to reflect this. It has been reported that this clarification was made as the point was raise...
Posted By: Paul Lenehan
Recently one of the more bizarre copyright cases reached a resolution in California. The case involved a selfie, a camera and a monkey. In 2011 a macaque monkey lifted photographer, David Slater’s camera and snapped a cheeky selfie. The photograph soon went viral. The social media astute m...
Posted By: Julie Leonard
According to recent research bad body odour is the biggest hygiene problem and 70% of employees say they can’t tolerate it. So what can an employer do if a complaint is made about a smelly colleague? As in all workplace situations, a proper process should be adhered to. In a sensitive matte...
There may be trouble ahead… for the BBC
Posted By: Julie Leonard
Last week the salaries of the BBC’s top earners was published and the broadcaster’s report revealed that its top earner, radio presenter Chris Evans, is paid between £2.2m and £2.25m, earning more than four times the corporation’s highest earning woman Claudia Winkleman...
Essential Legal Tips For A Small Business/Start Up
Posted By: David McClurg
Start ups can be daunting. They can be costly. Sometimes a few extra pounds spent wisely at the right time can save you money and the viability of your business Here are four tips to help you on your way:- Right advice at the right time – and early Make sure that you get the right solicit...
