Mills & Reeve achieves SBTi approval for emissions reduction targets
Mills & Reeve are proud to announce that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved its near-term and long-term emissions reduction targets as of April 2025. This approval aligns the firm with the ambitious goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050.
Howes Percival confirms new Cambridge Partner among 19 firm-wide senior promotions
Leading regional law firm, Howes Percival has confirmed that Cambridge Dispute Resolution and Litigation specialist Victoria Sandell has been promoted to Partner, as part of 19 firm-wide senior promotions.
The need-to-know about doing business in China, best practices and practical advice
Recognising the critical need for Western businesses to navigate the complexities of China’s evolving intellectual property (IP) landscape, Ting Zhang FRSA, Founder and CEO of Crayfish.io, is partnering with the IPI Academy to deliver an essential training course: “Best Practices for Doing Busine
S&W launches as a leader in the accountancy mid-market
The independent accountancy and advisory business ( formally separate from Evelyn Partners from 31 March 2025) has launched under a new brand – S&W – building on the firm’s heritage but with a clear signal to a new, well invested, client-focused organisation at the forefront of providing the
Launch of a new book on Business Secrets Management – Strategies to Protect, Extracts and Maximise Value
Business Secrets Management As one of several co-authors I am excited to announce the imminent launch of our new book on Business Secrets Management – Strategies to Protect, Extracts and Maximise Value.
Cambridge law firm Stone King welcomes public benefit consultant Sandra Hamilton
Stone King is delighted to announce that Sandra Hamilton has joined the firm to support UK local authorities in developing new ways of working, bringing her extensive experience from working with public buyer’s associations, municipal governments, and community benefit networks across Canada.
Why family businesses are flourishing in Italy
In Luciana's March newsletter, she delves into some interesting research which reveals how and why innovative Italian family businesses are delivering economic growth 📈
The benefits of having a Will: A loving gift for your family’s future
It’s not easy to think about the end of our journey. We all hope for long, fulfilling lives, but taking the time to plan ahead can be one of the kindest things we do, not just for ourselves, but for those we love.
Birketts elevates EDI commitment with double shortlisting at Legal 500 ESG Awards
Law firm Birketts is reinforcing its commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion by being shortlisted in two categories for the Legal 500 ESG awards.
Howes Percival adds two key hires in rapidly growing Commercial team
Firm looks to target defence, technology and innovation sectors.
New opportunities - NIHR i4i Funding
New opportunities for innovators in medical devices, in vitro diagnostics, and digital health technologies to secure funding for projects addressing existing or emerging health and social care needs.
Lessons on charisma from a Nobel Peace Prize winner
Is ‘finding more clients’ on your goals list for 2025?
Howes Percival appoints new Head of Banking
Cambridge law firm Howes Percival has appointed Simon Warburton as Partner and Head of the firm's Banking team.
Howes Percival welcomes Government plans to create ‘Europe's Silicon Valley'
Leading law firm, Howes Percival, has welcomed the government's plans to create ‘Europe's Silicon Valley'.
How to hire overseas talent under the Skilled Worker Visa
This guide outlines the essential steps and considerations for employers looking to hire under the UK Skilled Worker visa.
Fora welcomes legal AI pioneer Luminance in 20 Station Road, Cambridge
Cambridge-born company takes the top floor private office of the flagship building, located in the heart of Cambridge tech hub.
Howes Percival advises on sale of Stevenage based Golf Holidays Direct
Howes Percival's Leisure and Tourism team has acted on the sale of ASR Travel Group Limited, including its subsidiary, Golf Holidays Direct Limited, and four dormant subsidiaries to Sports Tours International Limited.
Mills & Reeve advises AIM-listed Eckoh plc on its acquisition by Bridgepoint
Leading national law firm Mills & Reeve has advised Eckoh plc, a leader in data security solutions, on the recommended £169m all-cash offer by a newly formed company owned by investment funds managed by Bridgepoint, one of the world’s leading quoted private asset growth investors.
The Cambridge Young Professionals Group (CYPG) releases its memberships for 2025
The CYPG), a group for graduates and young professionals in the Cambridge area, has released its memberships for 2025.
Understanding right to work checks in 2025: employers' guide
With the shift towards the eVisa digital immigration system and the phasing out of Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs), it is increasingly important for employers to review and update their right to work processes to align with these changes.
Why I’m ditching New Year Resolutions & embracing Slowanuary
Do you always feel pressured to decide your annual goals by the start of January? Why do we always feel we should have everything perfectly planned by January 1? After a festive epiphany, Luciana has decided to try something different instead.
Stone King announces appointment of new CEO
National law firm, Stone King, is delighted to announce the appointment of Vicky Brackett as its CEO from 6 January 2025.
Supporting employees with mental health challenges
Employers in the UK are tasked with balancing their business objectives alongside their legal and ethical responsibilities to their workforce.
Employment law update January 2025
As we start the new year, the following is a round up of the key recent changes in employment law for employers, as well as a reminder of important upcoming changes.
Recruiting skilled workers through sponsorship: a comprehensive guide for UK employers
Overseas recruitment acts as a recruitment solution to skills shortages and workforce demands, for employers across all areas of the economy. But, visa sponsorship imposes a number of compliance and cost obligations on employers.