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This is not any trade mark dispute, this is an M&S trade mark dispute
Colin the Caterpillar, nigh-on a British institution, has become the centre of a trade mark dispute between Marks and Spencer (M&S) and Aldi. The chocolate sponge cake, covered in chocolate...
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How COVID-19 impacted women
In February 2021, the Women and Equalities Committee published a report on how long-standing gender differences and inequalities for women have been exacerbated by the Coronavirus pandemic and the furlough...
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ACCA affiliate admonished for previously undisclosed convictions
In a recent ACCA disciplinary hearing, Blake Morgan's Chris Cope successfully represented a defendant who had previously failed to disclose cyber harassment convictions when they first registered with the ACCA...
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What employers can do to support lonely staff
Businesses have a duty of care towards their employees' wellbeing whether or not they are working from home or on furlough.
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Private Client Issues – April 2021
Welcome to this month’s edition of Private Client Issues, Blake Morgan’s monthly round-up of the topics you may find of interest. It features insight and advice on developments affecting private...
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The FCA Reinforces Message – AML Systems and Controls must be “purposeful”
In a speech by Mark Steward, Executive Director of Enforcement and Market Oversight on 24 March at the AML and ABC Forum, the FCA has further reinforced its role in...
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Blake Morgan appoints new HR Director
Blake Morgan has announced that Liz Bryne has been permanently appointed as HR & Development Director. Liz joined the firm in March 2015, and since January 2020 has been interim...
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The Impact of Brexit on Intellectual Property Rights
Now that the transition period has ended and we have officially exited the European Union, we revisit the subject of intellectual property and the impact Brexit has had on your...
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Do I need a will?
What happens if there is no Will? Where there is a will there is a way, as the saying goes, and where there is no Will, there could be problems...
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Key considerations for estate and inheritance tax planning
Believe it or not, everybody has an estate, which includes everything you own. If your estate is large enough, Inheritance Tax may become payable. It is therefore a very good...
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April 2021: Key dates for employers and HR professionals
April is the usual month for legislative changes and increases in statutory rates and this year is no exception. From a significant extension of the scope of the National Minimum...
