How are governments responding to the COVID-19 pandemic?
Court finds in favour of policyholder claims for Covid losses under business interruption
Judgment finds in favour of issues raised by the UK regulator on behalf of policyholders over business interruption cover and is a set-back for insurers who are expected to seek…
Financial Conduct Authority drives change for vulnerable customers
The regulator believes there is room for improvement in the way UK financial services treat vulnerable customers and its new guidance aims to promote fair policies and processes
The Energy Transition | the importance of heat pumps, wind generation record and a call for coders
This week we look at a report commissioned by the Mayor of London into the retrofitting of heat pumps in London, the 2040 net-zero target set by HMRC, the closure…
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UK government extends restrictions on the use of statutory demands
As expected, the government has extended the restriction on the use of statutory demands until 31 December 2020; a step which is in line with the other restrictions that it…
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To agility and beyond: ‘work from home’ reprise highlights the need for a change in employer practices
The government's latest response to Covid-19 raises the possibility that homeworking and the opening and closing of workspaces will be a continuous measure into 2021 for UK businesses
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Chancellor sets out further economic measures to weather the COVID-19 storm
The UK government has set out its Winter Economy Plan, its latest stimulus package which provides more targeted support for jobs and businesses in light of the ongoing pandemic.
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UK government announces Job Support Scheme to protect ‘viable jobs’
The chancellor has announced new measures for employers to support jobs when the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) ends on 31 October.
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Prime minister announces new Covid-19 measures: Five key actions for employers
New restrictions impacting all employers in the UK have been announced; some regions remain in 'local lockdown' bringing additional restraints. Similar but not identical restrictions are also being imposed in…
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Can you rely on your force majeure clause?
As the pandemic continues to affect ongoing contractual relationships, the wording of a contract is crucial to determine whether delays and non-performance afford a remedy to the "innocent" party. Any…
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Has Covid-19 made IRR an irrelevant measure of success?
As confidence starts to return to the market, fund managers and investors are assessing the financial effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on internal rates of return
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Life sciences companies turn to public markets for injections of capital
London markets have remained open during the pandemic allowing for a surge in life sciences and healthcare sector deals including vital fundraising for Covid-19 trials.
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Furlough: two developments for employers to be aware of
With many employers now turning their attention to bringing employees back from furlough, as well as considering whether the work environment is ready for their physical return, employers are also…
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Food advertising guidance bans any reference to Covid-19
Regulator's tough stance means that even implicit references to Covid-19 in food advertising will be construed as a medicinal claim and therefore prohibited.
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HMRC publishes employment-related securities update
Further updates issued on the impact of coronavirus on Enterprise Management Incentive options.
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HMRC confirms that new EMI options can be granted to furloughed employees
Enterprise Management Incentive options may be granted to employees on furlough or working reduced hours due to the coronavirus emergency.