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Uncategorised  |  05:12:18
Negotiation, drafting and review of a contract for a new orphan drug
Long standing client from charity sector with a patient data base, came to us with the need for legal advice. It had been approached by a European Pharmaceutical, (EP). EP wanted to have access...
Uncategorised  |  05:12:18
Life after Brexit: the challenges and opportunities facing the UK’s Life Sciences sector
“The life sciences industry represents one of the dominant economic sectors in the UK. It brings significant jobs and growth to virtually every region. To retain the UK’s competitive edge in this sector, there is a requirement for sustained effort over a longer period of time”. Professor Sir John Bell, Regius Professor of Medicine, University of Oxford and Chairman, Office for the Strategic Coordination of Health Research.
Uncategorised  |  03:12:18
Gifting doesn’t need to be taxing
Christmas is the time of year that people think about giving to loved ones and charities but the unintended tax and legal consequences can dampen that warm glowing feeling. We look some common issues and pitfalls encountered when making gifts under English law.
Uncategorised  |  03:12:18
OTS publishes its first report into review of Inheritance Tax
The Office of Tax Simplification recently published the first part of a long awaited report on its review of the administrative and broader technical aspects of Inheritance Tax.
Uncategorised  |  03:12:18
‘Stealth tax’ on estates announced by the Government
At the start of November, the Government signalled its intent to revisit the controversial increase to probate court fees, looking to link them with the value of the estate (before Inheritance Tax) as opposed to the flat fee currently charged.
CVAs on the high street
Uncategorised  |  30:11:18
The fascinating truth about the rise of the CVA and what this means for the high street’s struggles
As retail and restaurant brands struggle to adapt to an increasingly uncertain economic environment, Company Voluntary Arrangements (CVAs) have become more common, and more prominent in the news. But what does this even mean for retailers and landlords? Are they a vital lifeline, or are they just adding pressure to a sector that is already showing concerning signs?
Uncategorised  |  29:11:18
Are medical devices compromising patient safety?
Medical devices have dominated the news this week, following the release of a report by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists. Ali Cloak takes a look into ‘The Implant Files’ investigation.
illicit education funding private school
Uncategorised  |  28:11:18
Private Schools facilitate illicit transactions?
As part of stepping up the enforcement of anti-money laundering legislation the Agency has notified private schools that they should file more Suspicious Activity Reports (“SAR”), flagging suspicions over the payment of fees.
Is Physics sexist?
Uncategorised  |  28:11:18
Is physics sexist?
Gender diversity is a systemic problem and needs solutions which address the problems at its root. Otherwise, debates will become cyclical – as we can see from claims that responses to female inequality are discriminating towards men.
Uncategorised  |  28:11:18
Universities surviving on short-term loans?
Matt Robb, from EY Parthenon, was recently reported as saying that three or four UK universities are close to insolvency and currently surviving on ‘bridging loans.’ But, the number facing severe financial instability could be much higher.
HMO
Uncategorised  |  28:11:18
HMO – new regulations
The Housing Act 2004 introduced mandatory licensing for certain HMO properties. However, new legislation is now in force – from 1st October 2018 – amending the rules relating to when a licence is required for an HMO (house of multiple occupation) property.
Uncategorised  |  27:11:18
WITNESS APPEAL: Did you work for E Organ & Son Limited in the 1970s?
Our specialist asbestos claims team has been instructed by the family of a man who has sadly developed and died from mesothelioma. We are investigating how he may have come into contact with asbestos...
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