UK-US tariffs deal brings some breathing space for North West manufacturing – but uncertainty is still inhibiting investment and growth
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Commercial litigation and disputes
John Flint, commercial litigation partner in Manchester, says that while some details remain unclear the tariffs agreement between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer is potentially “better news” for Manchester and the North West.
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John Flint
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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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What are the proposed changes to identity verification for company directors?
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Simon Thomas explains the government’s plan to introduce identify verification for UK company directors as set out in its Corporate Transparency and Register Reform.
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Will tougher regulations on water company bosses have any impact?
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Commercial property
Forcing water companies to clean up their act is a hot topic at the moment and the mention of The Water (Special Measures) Bill in the King’s Speech was welcomed as a starting point to making this happen.
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Nicola Sutton
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Abigail is a solicitor in our commercial property team specialising in landlord and tenant matters, acting for a variety of clients in connection with asset management as well as freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals.
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