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Employment law in Indonesia - an overview
Inbrief
01 February 2021Although still a largely agrarian economy, Indonesia is rapidly industrialising and diversifying into other spheres. The continuous and steady growth of the country makes Indonesia an attractive place for business in the coming years. It is important that organizations currently doing business in the country or considering doing so are aware of the often strict employment laws in Indonesia.
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Employment law in Hong Kong - an overview
Inbrief
01 February 2021With its historical ties with the West and reputation as a “gateway” to Mainland China, it is not surprising that Hong Kong is already home for many Western companies and is top of the list for those wishing to expand into Asia Pacific. This in-brief provides an overview of employment law in Hong Kong.
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Employment law in Vietnam - an overview
Inbrief
04 January 2021Over the past few decades, Vietnam has moved from a centrally-based economy to one with significant market features.
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Employment law in China - an overview
Inbrief
04 January 2021China’s strong economy, large manufacturing base and burgeoning consumer market make it an irresistible place for many Western companies to do business. This in-brief provides a snapshot of some of the key aspects of Chinese employment law. Our Hong Kong office was opened to meet a growing demand from many of our clients for coordinated employment and immigration/global mobility support across the Asia Pacific region (including China).
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Employment law in the Republic of Korea – an overview
Inbrief
04 January 2021The Republic of Korea (often referred to as South Korea and in this in-brief as Korea) has one of Asia’s strongest performing economies and is home to some of the world’s largest brands. Despite its fast ageing population and a chronically low level of productivity, Korea continues to be popular place to invest for foreign companies.
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Employment law in Philippines - an overview
Inbrief
01 December 2020Despite the lingering global economic slowdown, the Philippine economy has outperformed most of its ASEAN neighbours.
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Employment law in Australia - an overview
Inbrief
01 December 2020Despite the economic slowdown in Australia over the last few years, real GDP has grown by 3.1% year on year and is expected to remain stable at this mark for the remainder of 2016 and 2017.
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Employment law in Singapore – an overview
Inbrief
01 December 2020Singapore’s rapid economic development since it gained independence in 1965 is well documented. This economic success, combined with the country’s lightly regulated business environment, has long made it a natural “hub” for many multinational employers. This in-brief provides an overview of some of the key aspects of employment law in Singapore.
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Employment law in Thailand – an overview
Inbrief
01 December 2020Despite several years of relative political uncertainty, the business climate in Thailand continues to be positive and welcoming to foreign investment. The country’s participation in the recently established Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) Economic Community can only be expected to continue this trend. This in-brief provides a snapshot of the key aspects of employment law in Thailand.
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Employee share schemes in Hong Kong - an overview
Inbrief
27 May 2020Our Hong Kong office advises on all aspects of employee share schemes in Hong Kong and can co-ordinate, with our international network of partner firms on the implementation of schemes across the Asia Pacific region.
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Why have tailored articles of association and even a shareholders agreement
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13 December 2018If you are setting up a company with your business partner, you may be tempted to rely solely on the statutory default articles of association for private companies limited by shares (the Model Articles) to govern the internal procedures of the company, and the corporate relationship between you. These notes show why you really should consider having articles that are tailored to your circumstances, and even a shareholders’ agreement, between you and your partner - even if you wouldn’t dream of falling out with him or her.
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Share buy backs - what’s the fuss?
Inbrief
13 December 2018When a company is planning a share buy back (or purchase of its own shares) it’s time to be careful. This note explains why you need to be careful, and summarises the company law issues that must be addressed in advance before the company enters into any commitments.
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Establishing a business presence in the UK
Inbrief
26 November 2018If you are a non-UK corporate body and you wish to establish a business presence in the UK, this brief guide covers the main issues you need to consider. Establishing an operating subsidiary, branch or other business presence in the UK is a straightforward process, and can be achieved very quickly and at minimal cost.
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Disclosure Pilot Scheme to start in January 2019
Inbrief
29 October 2018The Civil Procedure Rule Committee has approved the new Practice Direction which sets down rules for a mandatory disclosure pilot scheme. It will run for two years in the Business and Property Courts in England and Wales, starting on 1 January 2019.
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Protecting your business
Inbrief
20 July 2018Protecting your business from competitive threats is vital. Losing a team or a key employee to a competitor can be extremely damaging. You may lose clients, prospects, and other staff. Your valuable confidential information may be put at risk.
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The General Data Protection Regulation for employers
Inbrief
06 July 2018The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is European legislation affecting all organisations that hold personal data on living individuals. It aims to ensure that organisations using and processing personal data do so fairly and lawfully and gives a number of rights to individuals in terms of how they can access their data and influence its use.
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Frequently asked questions on termination payments
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25 May 2018Our FAQs Inbrief looks at some of the common tax questions that arise on termination of employment.
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Reducing business costs - alternatives to redundancy
Inbrief
25 May 2018When businesses run into financial difficulties and need to reduce costs, the knee-jerk reaction is often to consider the scope for job cuts.
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Dismissals for “some other substantial reason”
Inbrief
25 May 2018“Some other substantial reason” (“SOSR”) is one of the potentially fair reasons for dismissing an employee. It can cover a wide variety of situations and can be a very useful tool for employers in unusual situations, although there are some limits on when it can be used.
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Taxation of payments in lieu of notice
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25 May 2018From 6 April 2018 new rules took effect to ensure that all payments in lieu of notice (PILONs) are subject to income tax and NICs in full. The rules emerged from a Government consultation on the simplification of the tax treatment of termination payments which was first launched in 2012. Far from simplifying the taxation, the rules are complex and, in many cases, will increase the costs of both employers and employees.