The Government will look to reform business partnerships after new evidence suggested that certain financial instruments are being exploited by foreign money laundering schemes.
What happens if I want to sell my business?
At some point or another, a time will come whereby a business owner will wish to sell or dispose of their company. However, whether moving on to pastures new or simply looking to shut-up shop, the business sale process poses a number of challenges – which is why it is wise to seek specialist advice.
UK ratifies EU patent court
In recent days, the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has confirmed that the UK has “ratified” the United Patent Court Agreement (UPCA) – an agreement which enables the European Union (EU) to deliver a single judgment on patent disputes across EU member states.
Almost half of SMEs adversely affected by late payments crisis, study finds
New research carried out by the Institute of Directors (IoD) has found that almost half (48 per cent) of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been adversely affected by the UK’s so-called late payments crisis.
Significant boost for UK commercial property lending
A new report has revealed that UK commercial property lending rose significantly in the second half (H2) of 2017.