Do You Need a Dog Boarding Licence?
If you’re thinking about starting up a dog boarding business, apart from putting in place suitable accommodation and arrangements to care for other people’s beloved pets, you will also need a licence from your local council. This is to help ensure the health and welfare of any animals in someone else’s care when operating for […]
How to Manage Employee Absence
Employee absence, whether due to illness or other reasons, is an inevitable part of being an employer. Most employees have a good work ethic and will want to return to work as quickly as possible. Equally, most employers will look to be sympathetic and supportive when employees have absences for justifiable reasons. However, absence from […]
What is a Material Breach of Contract?
Contract law is a body of law which regulates the making and enforcing of contractually binding agreements, where understanding how the law operates, including the different types of breaches of contract and the remedies that can flow from these breaches, can be useful, not least for those involved in or responsible for running their own […]
Fundamental Breach of Contract Guide
Breach of contract disputes are commonplace, not least within a commercial context, where businesses are dealing with contractual agreements on a daily basis. Where a breach is especially serious, such that the innocent party feels forced to bring the contract to an end, it is important for the parties involved not only to understand the […]
Anticipatory Breach of Contract: Practical Guide
It’s a commercial reality that sometimes contracts go unfulfilled. Whether due to an intentional breach of contract or circumstances beyond the control of the breaching party, the terms of the contract are either not met in full, or at all, and the agreement is broken. There can also be occasions where one party to a contract […]
Can Directors Sell Company Assets Without Shareholder Approval?
When disposing of company assets, there are specific statutory provisions in place which mean that shareholder approval must first be obtained in certain circumstances. The following article provides a detailed response to the commonly asked question: ‘Can directors sell company assets without shareholder approval?’. Can directors sell company assets without shareholder approval? There are many […]
How to Make a Personal Licence Application
Under the Licensing Act 2003, every sale of alcohol from licensed premises in England and Wales must be authorised by a personal licence holder. The following guide looks at the eligibility criteria when making a personal licence application, as well as some of the practical challenges you might face when applying for a personal alcohol […]
Model Articles for Private Companies
The Model articles are the default set of articles for UK limited companies incorporated on or after 1 October 2009. In this guide, we look at what Articles of Association and Model Articles are, as required when setting up a new company under UK law. What are Articles of Association? Articles of Association are a […]
Repudiation of Contract
Sometimes, the parties to a contract do not always perform their contractual obligations in the way they agreed. This can lead to a breakdown in relations between the parties and ultimately it can mean the end of the contract. Repudiation of contract is a serious breach of contract, which gives the innocent, or aggrieved, party […]
How to Get a Dog Breeding Licence
Dog breeders are required by law to meet various health and welfare conditions, including obtaining and retaining a dog breeding licence. The following guide to the law on dog breeding looks specifically at the licensing requirements, from who needs to obtain a dog breeding licence (in England) and the conditions that must be met, to […]
How to Evict a Tenant Legally
As a landlord, you hope for problem-free tenants who pay their rent on time and respect your property. However, the reality is that you may be faced with circumstances that lead to you having to evict a tenant. Tenants are protected by law in many ways, but landlords equally are afforded certain rights and protections […]
Stamp Duty on Commercial & Non-Residential Property
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) can make a significant difference to the overall costs when buying non-residential land and property, so it is important to understand the rules around when this levy is applied, the commercial SDLT rates and how this is calculated. In this guide for buyers, we explain the rules on stamp duty […]
Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill
The Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill, the Bill marks the start of what could be the most significant programme of employment law reforms in the UK since the 1970s. Published on 22 September 2022, the 42-page document could be used to revoke over 2,400 pieces of EU legislation that were included on the UK […]
Person with Significant Control (PSC) Explained
Companies and limited liability partnerships must comply with certain PSC requirements, by identifying individuals who own or control the company, who are referred to as People with Significant Control (PSCs). In this guide, explain how to identify PSCs and the PSC compliance obligations, as well as the consequences of non-compliance and what happens if a […]
HSE Improvement & Prohibition Notices Guide
Receiving an HSE prohibition notice can be daunting, especially given the potentially serious consequences that can arise from this for a business. Below we look at what prohibition notices are and the circumstances in which these will be issued by the HSE. We also look at the impact of being served a prohibition notice and […]
What is a Disclosure Letter?
Disclosure is a key stage in a company merger and acquisition, or a company share or asset sale. It is the process by which all important information about the company is disclosed by the seller to the buyer before completion. It is in both the seller’s and the buyer’s best interests for full and frank […]
Joint Venture Agreement: Guide for Businesses
A joint venture agreement is an ideal solution for a business initiative between two or more parties, potentially ensuring the success of that prospect more quickly and easily than if those businesses were doing it alone. Such an arrangement allows the parties to pool resources and finances together, and if executed and carried out correctly, […]
What Are Warranties And Indemnities?
Warranties and indemnities are key contractual mechanisms in any complex or high value commercial transaction, especially in the context of sale and purchase agreements (SPAs). The following guide outlines the use of warranties and indemnities in SPAs, comparing the key differences and examining how these types of clauses can be enforced through the courts. We […]
Share Purchase Agreements Explained
A share purchase agreement (SPA) is a formal agreement, or contract, that sets out the terms and conditions relating to the sale and purchase of shares in a company. A SPA is designed to transfer and assign shares of stock to the buyer, and therefore part or complete ownership. The share purchase agreement represents the […]
UK Takeover Code
The conduct of takeovers and mergers of UK public companies — and, in certain cases, private companies — is regulated by the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the ‘Takeover Code’). Issued and administered by the Panel on Takeovers and Mergers (the ‘Panel’), the Takeover Code or City Code embodies the principles and rules in […]