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Microbead ban in cosmetics edges closer

Following the United States' ban on microbeads in cosmetic products, the issue seems likely to be pursued at European level. 
08 August 2016

That's not my horse: what to do when you have a fly-grazing problem

Fly-grazing (grazing horses on public or private land without permission) causes an expensive and time consuming headache for affected landowners. 
05 August 2016

The impact of the Insurance Act 2015 on property lenders

The Insurance Act 2015 introduces significant changes to the Law governing the relationship between insurers and insured. This article summarises these changes and how they impact on property lenders.
04 August 2016

TSCA legislation passed in USA

We are pleased to provide this update on the new TSCA legislation from our friends at the US law firm Thompson Hine.
04 August 2016

Entrepreneurs' relief: Could you lose it because of those deferred shares?

Recent cases have led to a degree of uncertainty around how ordinary share capital is identified, potentially causing difficulties for management teams trying to claim entrepreneurs' relief.
03 August 2016

Clavis Liberty 1 v HMRC – anti-avoidance provisions cannot be used to avoid tax

A partnership attempted to use an anti-avoidance provision to create artificial losses. This was held to be ineffective as anti-avoidance provisions cannot be used to avoid tax.
03 August 2016

Rectification cases – greater openness required

The Court sets guidelines for pension scheme rectification claims without a public court hearing, marking a shift in approach to rectification cases.
03 August 2016

King v HMRC – Partners can disagree with their Partnership’s Tax Return

What should a partner put on his or her tax return, if he or she disagrees with the partnership's overall tax return?
03 August 2016

Cybercrime statistics: ONS publishes Crime Survey data

The most recent Crime Survey from the ONS reveals the estimated level of cybercrime in the UK for the first time. What do these figures mean and what can be done by businesses to prevent cybercrime?
02 August 2016

The dangers of US Living Trusts

Living Trusts, also known as "Inter Vivos Trusts", are a standard planning tool used by US advisors. However, settling assets in such a trust can prove disastrous for UK domiciliaries.
02 August 2016

Fool me once: the finality of settlement in the face of fraud

The Supreme Court's decision to unravel a settlement agreement influenced by misrepresentation means that there is now little comfort in the finality and certainty of settlement.
02 August 2016

DC pensions: new Code of Practice and ‘how to’ guides

The Regulator’s new DC Code of Practice has come into force with effect from 28 July 2016. The Regulator has developed six 'how to' guides to provide practical information and examples.
01 August 2016

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