Martine Nathan, George Stead, Andrew Hughes and others were delighted to act for the shareholders of the Genius Sports Group in agreeing the terms on which private equity firm Apax Partners will acquire the Genius Sports Group. Founded in 2000 Genius Sports is a leading global player in sports data, insights and media distribution. Providing technology to more than 150 [...]
In a document entitled “Statement of Intent” the Home Office has published further details about the scheme it intends to put in place for European nationals and their family members (living in the UK) in the lead up to Brexit, including draft Immigration Rules that set out in detail what the scheme will look like (the Draft Rules). It means we [...]
On 4th August 2018 our intrepid team of walkers will be taking on not 1 peak, not 2 peaks, but 3 PEAKS in just 24 hours in support of our nominated charity Grief Encounter. This amazing charity supports bereaved children and their families to help alleviate the pain caused by the death of someone close. Their services are free as they are funded through [...]
Christopher Philpot, Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution & Contentious Construction Team at Teacher Stern LLP considers the recent decision of the Supreme Court in Rock Advertising Limited v MWB Business Exchange Centres Limited and the potential impact on parties who verbally agree variations to contract works in circumstances where the contract contains a clause prohibiting oral modification. No Oral [...]
A recent decision in the TCC has established an additional ground to stay enforcement of an adjudicator’s award which, in certain circumstances, could make enforcing an adjudicator’s award more challenging. Case Background Fraser J in Gosvenor London Limited v Aygun Aluminium UK Limited identified a new ground for a party to rely on to stay enforcement of an adjudication award. [...]
We have followed with interest the developments of this story and were delighted to hear Amber Rudd’s announcement yesterday that those referred to as the “Windrush Generation” will be granted British citizenship at no cost. This is a fantastic result for those caught up in the confusion, further details of which are below. The term “Windrush Generation” refers to migrants [...]
In December, after months of negotiation, the UK government reached an agreement in principle with the EU across three areas including on the rights of EU citizens living in the UK. The Home Office together with the Department of Exiting the EU have published guidance accordingly. This guidance is not yet law and remains subject to change as negotiations continue. However, it [...]
2018 will see a number of major changes to the commercial landscape that will affect many businesses. Particularly at risk will be those who charge customers for paying by credit or debit card, or who process any personal data of EU citizens at any time (of customers, clients or their staff). Set out below is a summary of the impending [...]
We would like to say a huge Thank You to our partners and contributors for making this event such a success. We were delighted to welcome so many guests who came along to support this great charity! Partners Cornflower Blue - www.facwbook.com/CornflowerBlueAccessories Linziclip - www.linziclip.com Love Fine Diamonds - www.lovefinediamonds.co.uk One To Wine - www.onetowine.com Cheezelo Cheese - www.cheezelo.com Lola’s Cupcakes - www.lolascupcakes.co.uk Soothe-Me [...]
Join us for a special shopping event in support of Grief Encounter on Wednesday, 29 November 2017 between 4.30 and 7.30pm Buy all your seasonal gifts in one place. Special vendors include: Cornflower Blue, Linziclip, One To Wine, Cheezelo Cheese, Lola's Cupcakes, Soothe-me, Ubrew, Unit London and much more. A raffle with some very exciting prizes will be held with 100% [...]
