New guidance on furlough and pensions: what employers and scheme trustees need to know
The Pensions Regulator has provided clarity on the interaction between pensions and furlough. Additional care must be taken in cases where pay is reduced
04 May 2020
Government debt finance schemes for UK businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
A brief update on the debt finance schemes introduced by the Government, which are available to businesses within the UK following the outbreak of COVID-19
24 April 2020
COVID-19: New Regulations enable local authorities to meet and vote remotely
New Coronavirus Regulations assist local authorities to continue making decisions as rules are relaxed with regards to physical presence at meetings
17 April 2020
ASA rulings point to a proactive regulatory approach during the COVID-19 crisis
While the ASA is adapting its regulatory approach to the COVID-19 crisis, recent rulings show a readiness to act when public health and consumer trust are at stake
30 April 2020
CCS issues guidance on public procurement for COVID-19-related requirements
This note provides guidance for central government, local authorities, NHS Trusts and CCGs and other contracting authorities on using the 'extreme urgency' exemption
20 March 2020
Coronavirus Bill - Increasing the health and social care workforce in England and Wales
This update focuses on the proposed extraordinary powers for the Government to increase the available health and social care workforce in England and Wales
01 April 2020
COVID-19: Ban on forfeiture of commercial leases for non-payment of rent
Commercial landlords and tenants will both be affected by the Coronavirus Act 2020, which bans the forfeiture of commercial leases for non-payment of rent
30 March 2020
COVID-19: Dealing with a contributions crisis
A look at how trustees should respond to employer requests for changes or suspensions to employer contributions in light of the COVID-19 crisis
23 March 2020
COVID-19: Green light for 'closed' company general meetings
The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill will enable companies and other qualifying bodies to hold general meetings on a 'closed' basis. The deadline for AGMs will also be extended
26 May 2020
COVID-19: Further immigration update from the Home Office
The Home Office has issued further guidance in relation to immigration and visa issues arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic
26 March 2020
COVID-19: Government announces insolvency law changes to give directors breathing space
Does the 3-month suspension of wrongful trading provisions, along with other measures, go far enough to enable businesses to weather the COVID-19 storm?
30 March 2020
HM Treasury publishes Greening Finance Roadmap
We examine the Treasury’s new sustainable finance roadmap and its updates on the Sustainability Disclosure Requirements, UK Green Taxonomy, and stewardship
03 November 2021