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COVID-19: The ICO issues new guidance on contact-tracing apps

The ICO has released guidance on the development of contact-tracing apps, as the digital arm of the NHS (NHSX) trials its new app
19 May 2020

COVID-19: Legal implications of the UK Government’s new contact-tracing app

We investigate the data protection implications of contact-tracing apps, as the UK Government begins trialling the new NHSX app this week
07 May 2020

COVID-19: Current challenges facing food businesses

Food businesses are identifying innovative ways to allow them to continue to trade. In doing so, they must maintain compliance with their legal obligations
05 May 2020

Rural Estates and COVID-19: legal issues in a time of crisis

There are a number of legal issues that may arise for rural estates as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and we set out some of the key ones below
04 May 2020

New guidance on furlough and pensions: what employers and scheme trustees need to know

The Pensions Regulator has provided clarity on the interaction between pensions and furlough. Additional care must be taken in cases where pay is reduced
04 May 2020

Resolving contractual breaches during COVID-19: Judges call for a 'creative' approach

If you are in a distressed commercial relationship you may be considering litigating. But before you issue that Claim Form, be aware that leading judges are questioning established norms
30 April 2020

ASA rulings point to a proactive regulatory approach during the COVID-19 crisis

While the ASA is adapting its regulatory approach to the COVID-19 crisis, recent rulings show a readiness to act when public health and consumer trust are at stake
30 April 2020

COVID-19: How validly to sign a Will whilst social distancing

Social distancing can make signing a Will with two witnesses quite challenging. In this article, we consider how a valid Will can be made during these unprecedented times
28 April 2020

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Burges Salmon Pensions practice launches COVID-19 helpline

The firm’s Pensions team has launched its COVID-19 Pensions Law Helpline to provide additional support to those in the industry facing unprecedented challenges in relation to the global pandemic
28 April 2020

Cybercrime risk and COVID-19

Reports of cybercrime have increased at a time when businesses are more vulnerable. We consider how businesses can protect themselves and what to do if affected
28 April 2020

Government debt finance schemes for UK businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic

A brief update on the debt finance schemes introduced by the Government, which are available to businesses within the UK following the outbreak of COVID-19
24 April 2020

COVID-19: Setting aside financial agreements and orders in family proceedings

Is COVID-19 and its impacts sufficient to set aside financial agreements reached by separating couples or financial orders made by the court?
23 April 2020
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