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How we can help you get back to business
Headed up by Tees Valley Mayor, Ben Houchen, the Back to Business fund has been extended to help SME’s access professional support to aid the recovery from Covid-19.
Posted in: News & PR Coronavirus
How will Covid-19 influence the future of commercial property?
As we all know, the Covid-19 pandemic has had a huge effect on the majority of businesses during the period of lockdown imposed by the UK Government, and will continue to do so whilst the lockdown is gradually eased and beyond. Even many businesses that saw little effect initially are beginning to see a slow […]
Posted in: Commercial Property Coronavirus
The duty of good faith and contracts impacted by COVID-19
The government released non-statutory guidance on the 7th of May 2020 applying to all active contractual arrangements materially impacted by COVID-19. The guidance sets out that parties should act responsibly and fairly and support the COVID-19 response to protect jobs and the economy.
Posted in: Corporate / commercial updates Coronavirus
Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill 2020 update
At the end of March, the Business Secretary announced a number of measures aimed at assisting companies during these uncertain times as businesses respond to the financial difficulties caused by the pandemic.
Posted in: Corporate Recovery and Insolvency Coronavirus
Advice on the legal issues faced by commercial tenants during the pandemic
Government policy to manage the COVID- 19 crisis and a desire for businesses to trade responsibly by protecting their employees and customers has affected virtually all businesses operating from commercial property in the past few months.
Posted in: Commercial Property Coronavirus
The benefits of virtual mediation during a pandemic
As the pandemic dictates how we run our day to day business and the UK continues to adhere to the social distancing rules, the use of technology-based solutions to resolve disputes are on the rise, one of these being virtual mediation.
Posted in: Commercial Disputes Coronavirus
Supporting employee mental health during lockdown
With COVID-19 (coronavirus) creating a new and challenging landscape, it is becoming more important to consider the mental health and wellbeing of your staff.
Posted in: Employment Law Coronavirus
Getting ready for the return to work: FAQs on how to keep employees safe
Over the weekend, the Government announced that the country was heading towards a position where lockdown measures could be eased slightly and those who were currently unable to work from home, could return to their workplace.
Posted in: Employment Law Coronavirus
A message from our Managing Partner, Lee Bramley
The Covid-19 pandemic has had an effect on all businesses in one way or another with some having to temporarily close based on the government guidelines, others choosing to ‘mothball’ their business and others operating from home where possible. The response from the public and private sectors, key workers and individuals has been a source […]
Posted in: News & PR Coronavirus
Director decision making during the Covid-19 lockdown
Social distancing and the ‘new normal’ that COVID-19 has ushered in has meant that companies may face challenges in making decisions necessary where these were typically made in a face to face meeting. Below we answer a few questions about how a board of directors can pass resolutions they need to without the need for […]
Posted in: Corporate / commercial updates Coronavirus