In 2018, we reported on Rock Advertising v MWB Business Exchange Centres Limited ("Rock") – one of that year's hotly anticipated Supreme Court decisions, which considered the effect of what the … [Read more...] about Between Rock and a hard place – diverging views on “no oral modification” clauses
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Aldi’s Cuthbert the Caterpillar returns – with a slight change
Last month, we discussed M&S suing Aldi for trademark infringement over its Colin the Caterpillar cake. Now Aldi has brought back its Colin lookalike, Cuthbert the Caterpillar, but with a slightly … [Read more...] about Aldi’s Cuthbert the Caterpillar returns – with a slight change
Queen’s Speech confirms banning of new ground rents – A first step in leasehold reform?
The Queen's Speech earlier today (11 May 2021) contained confirmation that ground rents for almost all new residential leases will be abolished. This has been widely expected since the announcement … [Read more...] about Queen’s Speech confirms banning of new ground rents – A first step in leasehold reform?
Act now for the long run: TPR releases its climate change strategy
Key points The Pensions Regulator (TPR) is clear: act now to protect savers from future climate impacts, or risk the consequences: "Any scheme that does not consider climate change is ignoring a … [Read more...] about Act now for the long run: TPR releases its climate change strategy
Joining the fight against COVID-19 – One vaccine at a time
It's been just over a year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and national lockdowns were enforced in countries across the world. Nobody really knew what was happening or when we'd return to … [Read more...] about Joining the fight against COVID-19 – One vaccine at a time
New consultation on Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has announced that it will be consulting a wide range of stakeholders about the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, starting in May 2021. The review will … [Read more...] about New consultation on Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012