Understanding pre-emption rights as a shareholder
- 15th July 2021
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What are pre-emption rights and where are they found? Pre-emption rights provide the existing shareholders of a company: first offer on an issue of new shares; or first refusal over the sale of existing shares. Pre-emption provisions, and other provisions…
Welsh Government extends measures to protect businesses from eviction
- 29th June 2021
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The Welsh Government has announced it is extending the measures to protect businesses affected by Covid-19 from eviction, until 30 September 2021. The extension to the moratorium on commercial lease forfeitures was due to end on 30 June. Although rent…
The importance of having a healthy sick leave policy
- 23rd June 2021
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A recent Employment Tribunal ruled that an employee was unfairly dismissed despite being seen drinking outside a pub while absent from work due to ill health. The Employment Tribunal found that he had not breached any company policies as they…
UK Government to extend measures protecting businesses from eviction
- 17th June 2021
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The UK Government has announced its intention to extend the protection measures for business tenants affected by COVID-19 to 25 March 2022. The extension to the moratorium on commercial lease forfeitures was due to end on 30 June 2021. The…
Tŷ am Ddim’ (The Great House Giveaway) yn ennill wobr BAFTA gyntaf erioed am raglenni Ystod y Dydd
- 9th June 2021
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Mae ‘Tŷ am Ddim’ (The Great House Giveaway), cynhyrchiad gan ein cleient, Chwarel, ar gyfer S4C a channel 4 wedi ennill y Wobr BAFTA Ystod y Dydd gyntaf erioed. Sefydlwyd Chwarel yn 2001 gan y cyfarwyddwr ac entrepreneur adnabyddus Sioned Wyn….
The Great House Giveaway wins the first ever BAFTA award for Daytime
- 8th June 2021
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The Great House Giveaway (Tŷ am Ddim), a production by our client Chwarel for S4C and Channel 4 has won the first ever BAFTA Award for Daytime. Chwarel was founded in 2001 by renowned director, producer and entrepreneur Sioned Wyn. Media…
Q&A with Partner, Maria Cosslett
- 4th June 2021
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The Q&A series continues with Partner, Maria Cosslett. Having initially started in the firm as a legal secretary, Maria’s role at Loosemores has since evolved into that of Partner and Head of Probate, Wills and Trusts. Can you explain the…
What is a joint venture agreement?
- 21st May 2021
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Collaborating in business can be both rewarding and challenging. Whatever the structure of your business, it’s important to understand the options available to you when entering a strategic partnership. Starting a joint venture A Joint Venture (JV) is an arrangement…
When should a Charity refuse a donation?
- 18th May 2021
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Donations are the lifeblood of nearly all charities. However, a small minority of charitable donations do still carry risk. Trustees should always think carefully about what is in the best interests of their charity when accepting donations. A starting point…
Loosemores advises on the WSA’s new partnership with Joymo
- 30th April 2021
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The Welsh Sports Association (WSA), the membership body for the sport and leisure industry in Wales, has announced an exclusive multi-year relationship with leading live video streaming platform, Joymo. The pioneering sports streaming service becomes the WSA’s Official Livestreaming Partner…