is a term used to describe a variety of innovative technologies using software or other information communication technologies (ICT), including so-called ‘crypto-currencies’, such as Bitcoin.
companies tend to be start-ups that “disrupt” existing financial services markets by increasing efficiency through innovation, investment, and the use of technology. They can also provide entirely new financial services products and innovations.
Our team of agricultural law experts offers a comprehensive range of legal services to farming and rural landowning communities across England and Wales.
For a company looking to work or invest in China it becomes apparent very quickly just how large and diverse the economy is. Having a law firm in one city may not be enough and local knowledge and expertise can be far more important when looking at sourcing or selling goods or services into the country.
Our partner-led team of commercial property solicitors is one of the largest in the UK. Operating across England and Wales, the team provides the expertise of more than 100 lawyers who advise at every stage of the commercial property lifecycle, from first plans to asset management and disposal.
Biodiversity Net Gain – requirements for developers have now become law
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Agriculture
From 12th February 2024 mandatory biodiversity net gain requirements, part of the Environment Act 2021, became effective meaning that developers must ensure a minimum 10% net gain in biodiversity
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Caroline Waller
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British Steel Pension Scheme transfers and the coronavirus crisis
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If you’re a former BSPS member who received unsuitable advice to transfer out of your pension, what have you lost and how has this been affected by coronavirus?
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Clarke Willmott advises Wigan-based Ainscough Industrial Services on acquisition of Flegg Products
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Banking and financial services
Lawyers at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP have advised international engineering group Ainscough Industrial Services (AIS) on its largest ever acquisition.
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Ed Foulkes
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is an important decision which clarifies the law concerning trade mark infringement and passing off in particular in cases involving online marketplaces.
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Government’s Growth Plan: Off-payroll working rules to be repealed
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On 23 September 2022, the government revealed its Growth Plan and confirmed that the off-payroll working rules will be repealed for both public and private sector organisations with effect from 6 April 2023.
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