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Can a furloughed director fulfil their statutory duties?

The government guidance on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (the “scheme”) confirms that a director who is paid via PAYE can be furloughed. That same guidance also states that the […]

COVID-19 and filing obligations – the latest from Companies House

The current situation of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic makes it difficult for companies to remain compliant with their filing obligations. In this article, we explain some of the key changes […]

Corporate transactions: Getting back to business

The current coronavirus lockdown has inevitably resulted in numerous transactions and commercial initiatives being put on hold or, worse, aborted. This includes company and business acquisitions and sales and commercial […]

EMI share options: a SME-friendly, tax-efficient weapon in the ‘war for talent’

Attracting and retaining key talent isn’t easy for any business, but it is particularly challenging for smaller, higher-risk, growing companies. Without the financial resources to offer large salaries and extensive […]

Corporate & commercial issues: COVID-19 FAQ

The global outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) and the government’s resulting emergency measures have had severe implications for many businesses. Read on for answers to some frequently-asked questions on corporate & […]

Commercial contracts & coronavirus: What are the implications?

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic develops, we have seen significant disruption to businesses across multiple sectors in the UK. Understandably, this has led to widespread concern about the implications for […]

Terms & conditions: Don’t let the ‘small print’ become a big issue

Whether you’re a start-up or a fully-fledged operation, properly drafted terms and conditions are a must. When starting or growing a business, putting in place standard terms and conditions for […]

Removing a shareholder or director: what you need to know in a business dispute

It is a relatively common occurrence for business owners to fall out. An unfortunate consequence of businesses being under increased pressure due to the economic slowdown is the increased likelihood […]

Non-disclosure agreements: 4 frequently-asked questions

Whether you want to protect your ideas and keep a competitive edge, or you want to keep an acquisition or business sale a secret, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are a useful […]

Willans’ corporate team advise on management buyout of Cavendish Park Bricklayers for £6.25m

Our corporate team advised the sellers of Cavendish Park Bricklayers Limited on a management buy-out by Cavendish Park Holdings Limited, worth £6.25m, late last month. Cavendish Park Bricklayers Limited is […]

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