The UK Government's May 2025 immigration White Paper proposes major reforms to reduce net migration, prioritise high-skilled workers, raise employer obligations, and overhaul visa routes for work, study, family, and settlement.

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The UK Supreme Court have delivered their landmark ruling on the legal definition of "woman" under the Equality Act 2010

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Charlie Pattihis, a Senior Associate at Joelson, highlights three fundamental legal considerations that could determine the success of your foodservice business

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From 1 October 2025, paid online ads for high fat, sugar, and salt (HFSS) foods will be largely banned in the UK, posing major challenges for food and drink brands that rely on digital marketing.

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Venture capital has traditionally been a long game, but a select group of consumer brands are rewriting the script.

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As the UK moves towards a fully digitalised immigration system, the transition to eVisas is set to replace physical immigration documents, streamlining the way individuals prove their immigration status while impacting employers, travellers, and right-to-work checks.

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The Government eliminates requirement for leaseholders to own their property for at least two years before being eligible to extend their lease.

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The Court of Appeal ruled that option consideration paid by a buyer should not be included in the calculation of a company's turnover for determining the purchase price.

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The much-anticipated Employment Rights Bill has been published. The Bill is extensive, with over 158 pages, and will affect employers of all sizes overhauling many current employment laws and giving employees enhanced rights.

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The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill marks a pivotal moment for the rental market, with sweeping reforms aimed at enhancing tenant protections and reshaping landlord obligations.

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In this article, we will go into further detail on drag and tag along notices and why it is important for founders to understand their obligations and rights in relation to these provisions.

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The new Labour government is expected to introduce sweeping employment law reforms which could significantly alter the employment landscape in the UK.

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The importance of proactively choosing the right business structure has been demonstrated by a recent case where an ordinary partnership's lack of limited liability led to personal financial risk for its members.

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At Joelson, we frequently advise founders on how to effectively incentivize their employees and enhance shareholder value through the implementation of Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs).

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Joelson is proud to lead Hercules, a female founders club giving you the tools to unlock your Herculean potential and elevate your business journey. Hercules was founded by three members of our corporate team, Maria Panayi, Emma Vantine and Sylvia Lau.

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The Digital Markets Competition and Consumers Act 2024 creates new regulations for digital markets and consumer protection, establishing a Digital Markets Unit within the CMA to oversee major tech firms and enforce laws with significant penalties.

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The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, aimed at enhancing leaseholder rights and simplifying property transactions, received Royal Assent on May 24, 2024.

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Last week the Supreme Court of England and Wales overturned the Court of Appeal in RTI Ltd v MUR Shipping BV [2024] UKSC 18, a case which turned on the wording of a force majeure clause following the imposition of US sanctions.

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April is usually a time for some change in the employment law world (annual changes national minimum pay and other rates). But this year, employers are bracing themselves for a particularly busy April, with some significant employment law changes.

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In celebration of B Corp month in March, we hosted a panel discussion event discussing the B Corp certification process and sustainable business practices!

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