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Kingsley Napley’s Medical Negligence Team ‘walks together’ with the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity
Sharon Burkill
31 October 2016
Next phase of the new accountability regime for UK financial services
Six months on from implementation of the senior managers and certification regime, the regulators have announced further steps in the development of accountability in financial services. Indications are that the latest rules, guidance and consultation papers from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) demonstrate their continued focus on culture, personal accountability and responsibility.
20 October 2016
I am concerned a colleague of mine is disclosing confidential, market-sensitive information to a family member. How should I raise this?
If you have a genuine concern that your colleague may be disclosing market-sensitive information outside the scope of their role, you should consider blowing the whistle.
17 October 2016
British Gas v Lock – Court of Appeal: The latest appeal decision on holidays will mean more work for employers, but some hope?
So, are we nearly there yet? Mr Lock has succeeded against British Gas in the Court of Appeal. However it may not be a clear cut victory as far as other holiday pay claimants are concerned. There is a glimmer of hope for some employers concerned about the effect of an increase in holiday pay on their annual wage bill.
10 October 2016
Injury to feelings award in sex discrimination case: manifestly excessive? The EAT doesn’t think so
Ms Majid, a student in her final year at law school, was employed by AA Solicitors. However, six weeks after the commencement of her employment, she was made redundant. Ms Majid bought a claim against her former firm and its principal, Mr Ali, alleging over 40 acts of sexual harassment, ranging from proposals of marriage by Mr Ali (who was already married) and cinema dates, to comments about installing a bed in the office, Ms Majid’s weight, and inappropriate touching.
12 September 2016
Mind the draft – can a warranty also be a representation?
A recent decision by the High Court in Idemitsu v Sumitomo [2016] EWHC 1909 (Comm) has clarified the position on whether warranties can also be representations. This was in the context of a misrepresentation claim arising out of a Share Purchase Agreement (“SPA”).