Five key takeaways for farming businesses following the budget
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After months of speculation, the Chancellor has announced changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR). These changes will have a significant impact on estate planning for many farms.
Written by
Philip Whitcomb
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Important Judgment Made for COVID-19 Business Interruption Cases
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Commercial litigation and disputes
A recent Court of Appeal judgment made in the landmark ‘Excel case’ which centres around Covid-19 related business interruption coverage, could have wider implications for other businesses affected by loss during the pandemic.
Written by
Cathy Harris
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Landlords told flexibility is key to recovery in property sector
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Commercial litigation and disputes
The impact of COVID-19 on landlord and tenant relationships was under the spotlight at the first in our new series of property webinars drawing on the expertise of specialists from our property litigation, restructuring and insolvency, and commercial property teams.
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How the death of a shareholder affects business succession planning
Corporate and commercial law
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The death of a shareholder in a private limited company has the potential to disrupt the running of the business, to create uncertainty and to raise concerns for the remaining shareholders and directors.
Written by
Ed Foulkes
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UK-wide consultation launched to tackle dairy sector supply chain issues
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On 24 June 2020, the UK Government launched a consultation seeking to end any unfair practices across the UK’s dairy sector. This consultation is seeking views from dairy farmers and processors on whether future regulation could be used to strengthen fairness and transparency.
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Business Interruption Insurance (“BII”) claims – Six months on from the Supreme Court judgment
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We have noticed a tail off in commentary on this issue in the legal and mainstream media. However, we still see BII claims as a fast-developing area of law. We are currently advising and representing clients with BII claims across a wide variety of sectors.
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Potential sellers need to act fast ahead of hike in Business Asset Disposal Relief
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Corporate and commercial law
Owner managers looking to sell their businesses must act fast ahead of the forthcoming hike in Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR), according to a leading corporate lawyer.
Written by
Kim Klahn
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