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UK immigration document phase-out (eVisas) FAQs
22 October 2024The eVisa roll-out involves the replacement of physical immigration documents with digital immigration status. Most holders of physical documents are able to apply for an eVisa and should aim to do so by 31 December 2024.
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Workplace Wellbeing: Supporting women through perimenopause and menopause – Linda Hynes comments for the Irish Examiner
Press
22 October 2024In this article for the Irish Examiner, Linda Hynes highlights the importance of supporting women experiencing perimenopause and menopause in the workplace.
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Hong Kong In-house Community Congress 2024 - Key Takeaways
22 October 2024Our experienced team comprising employment specialists Catherine Leung and Matthew Durham, along with disputes partner Kenix Yuen presented on “Conducting Internal Investigations with Confidence”. During the session, they covered the life cycle of an internal investigation, highlighting the specific legal, logistical, strategic, and practical issues that in-house lawyers need to consider when dealing with allegations and complaints.
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The EC’s Digital Fitness Check: Could additional legislation for Video Games Companies be on the horizon?
22 October 2024Regulation could go further to protect gamers’ wellbeing, suggests European Commission report
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How do I apply for an eVisa?
22 October 2024If you do not have a UKVI account already, follow the below steps.
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Publicis Groupe acquire Mars United Commerce
Deal
21 October 2024Lewis Silkin has advised its valued client Publicis Groupe on the acquisition of Mars United Commerce, the largest independent commerce marketing company in the world. Lewis Silkin provided UK support on the deal to the lead US firm, Gibson Dunn.
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Top tips for securing EMI option tax treatment ahead of your sale
Podcast
18 October 2024Matthew Rowbotham & Kathy Granby have shared top tips for securing EMI option tax treatment ahead of a company sale.
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The Adlaw Insights Podcast: ‘The ASA on Alcohol’
Podcast
18 October 2024Following the launch of our debut Adlaw podcast, we are delighted to release our second podcast, this time exploring the theme of Alcohol advertising in the UK.
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The "Good Jobs" Employment Rights Bill Consultation - Labour Relations Agency podcast featuring Ciara Fulton
Podcast
18 October 2024In this podcast Ciara Fulton joins Labour Relations Agency, to look at the contents of the Department for the Economy's "Good Jobs" Employment Rights Bill consultation.
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Horizon Scanner - Intellectual Property for Chinese Businesses
18 October 2024At Lewis Silkin we are constantly monitoring the legal landscape and liaising with policymakers and regulators. This enables us to stay informed about how law and regulation will change in key areas for our clients.
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Digital, Commerce & Creative 101: All’s ‘fair’ in love and contracts – a brief look at the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977
18 October 2024When businesses contract with each other, the English common law principle of freedom to contract means that those businesses are, in general, free to agree the contractual terms that they choose. This contrasts with the position when businesses contract with consumers, where the law steps in to impose requirements to protect consumers.
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What’s in the Employment Rights Bill?
18 October 2024Our latest dashboard breaks down what’s in the Employment Rights Bill and what’s not, showing how these reforms could transform employment law.
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Lewis Silkin increases top rankings in Chambers UK to 12 practice areas
Press Release
17 October 2024We now have 26 practice rankings, including 12 in Band 1. The firm has 65 ranked individuals, 12 of whom are new entries. This strong performance follows similarly robust results in the Legal 500 UK earlier this month.
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In-House Employment Lawyers Coffee Break: Episode 11 – Employment Rights Bill
Podcast
17 October 2024Listen here for the latest developments and essential practical takeaways (short enough to fit into a coffee break!). Lawyers from our IHELC team will discuss key developments in employment law with our usual pragmatism and insight, a touch of humour and a sharp focus on the in-house lawyer’s perspective.
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Menopause and mental health: addressing the invisible symptoms
17 October 202418 October 2024 marks World Menopause Day. As the Employment Rights Bill brings this into the spotlight as a workplace priority, with the proposal that employers develop supportive action plans, we focus on the impact the menopause can have on mental health and the potential knock-on effects at work.
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Employment Rights Bill unpacked: day one unfair dismissal rights
17 October 2024How will the Employment Rights Bill change unfair dismissal law? And what - if anything - can employers do to prepare? Our article takes a deep dive into the issues.
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Price fixing – traps for the unwary
17 October 2024This insight looks at various forms of price fixing that sometimes take place in the context of commercial agreements, and the very serious risks such behaviour can cause. Most businesses do not consciously set out to infringe competition law by engaging in price fixing; it is more often something they fall into through lack of awareness while seeking to protect their brand and promote their business’s interests. Increasing awareness of competition law is a relatively easy way to avoid the serious consequences of going wrong.
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Digital, Commerce & Creative 101: An overview of Open versus Closed Book Contracts and our 5 tips for success!
17 October 2024Open book contracts offer cost transparency, while closed book contracts conceal costs. Success hinges on collaboration, clarity, and robust contract oversight.
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Lewis Silkin rises to seventh on Social Mobility Employer Index
Press Release
16 October 2024Lewis Silkin has improved its ranking in the Social Mobility Employer Index for the fifth consecutive year, rising to 7th place - up from 14th last year.
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Digital, Commerce & Creative 101: Do I need a non-compete obligation?
15 October 2024Commonly referred to as exclusivity clauses, a non-compete obligation is often included in employment contracts whereby a contractual party may require another party to comply to protect its business interests.