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Leathes Prior is COVID Secure

Leathes Prior would like to reassure our clients and contacts that the firm is COVID Secure. Many of our staff are working from home in line with government guidance but all teams have maintained an essential skeleton presence in the office so that we can effectively continue to service our clients’ needs throughout lockdown 3.0.

Insurers to pay out on claims by small business owners for Covid-19 lockdown losses

Following the latest landmark judgment of the Supreme Court, business owners should be reviewing their insurance provisions.

Insurers to pay out on claims by small business owners for Covid-19 lockdown losses following landmark judgment of… https://t.co/FUkKu7c4Nb
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610797940

RT @ChrisGoodwin_: Good morning! He's in our bubble, honest! #snowcialdistancing https://t.co/nxw9W9Djq2
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610794038

Could employers require its employees take the Covid-19 vaccine?!

There is never a dull moment in the world of employment law these days but this one was always coming….

Could employers require its employees take the Covid-19 vaccine?! See the latest employment news from @DanChapmanLP… https://t.co/xD8txf3zme
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610713336

Temporary Agricultural Workers – Life after Brexit

Employers in what the government terms “the edible horticultures sector” are now able to source workers for seasonal work for up to 6 months through an approved operator scheme.

Temporary Agricultural Workers – Life after Brexit. See Tim Cary's latest Brexit update here: #Brexit #agriculture… https://t.co/XEEP8HgjP0
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610647072

The End of Free Movement – An ongoing Saga? See the latest immigration update post-Brexit from Tim Cary here:… https://t.co/RjzLsPAPHX
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610531081

The End of Free Movement – An ongoing Saga?

The government continues to tie up the loose ends so that most citizens of the European Union will be treated no differently to the vast majority of non-British citizens when it comes to moving to the UK

2021 Employment Law: Brexit and much more

Now that the dust has settled on 2020, Dan Chapman looks ahead to 2021 and what it may have in store for businesses and individuals alike in the world of employment law.

@DanChapmanLP looks ahead to 2021 and what it may have in store for businesses and individuals alike in the world o… https://t.co/VbYS0onILD
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610376444

Housing secretary announces significant reform

The Housing Secretary has announced a significant reform to the current law governing leasehold properties, with a new right for millions of leaseholders to extend their leases by a maximum term of 990 years at zero ground rent.

The Housing Secretary has announced a significant reform to the current law governing leasehold properties. See the… https://t.co/bBNH8UpLo6
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610128763

Data protection after Brexit – Key implications of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement

Jack Horwitz discusses the key points in relation to data protection that businesses should take away from the Trade and Cooperation Agreement.

Data protection after Brexit – Key implications of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement. See the latest update… https://t.co/gaoiVWafm4
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1610101312

Lockdown 3 - You can still move home

Despite the announcement of lockdown 3, the Government guidance has confirmed that you can still move home.

Lockdown 3 - You can still move home. See the latest guidance on moving home from Stephen Wilson here: #lockdown3… https://t.co/Qd4E2msLbe
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1609838736

RT @DanChapmanLP: FURLOUGH/LOCKDOWN 3: lots of employers are sadly facing the need today to consider furloughing. If new to furlough, or p…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1609833151

Our offices close from 5.30pm today until 8.30am on Monday 4th January 2021. We thank all of our clients, suppliers… https://t.co/QDQpY3WnqA
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608717926

RT @SwardestonCC: Absolutely delighted to bring some pre-Christmas cheer with news of an extended sponsorship deal with our main club spons…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608640182

Leathes Prior are delighted to announce that a deal has been agreed to extend the sponsorship of @SwardestonCC for… https://t.co/dX6hArnl0W
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608637983

Leathes Prior announce three-year extension to Swardeston CC sponsorship

Leathes Prior are delighted to announce that a deal has been agreed to extend the sponsorship of Swardeston Cricket Club for a further three years.

Furlough extended … again!

In an unexpected announcement the Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed the extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme until 30 April 2021.

Furlough Scheme extended...again! In an unexpected announcement, the Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed the lates… https://t.co/kKugtv1bXF
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608220681

RT @DanChapmanLP: BREAKING NEWS: Furlough has been extended (again) until the end of April 2021. Government 80% contribution confirmed unti…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608215518

RT @georgywalks: Obviously big shout out to @leathesprior the club sponsors. They somehow manage to get the bar open before 6 when they are…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608140993

RT @stmartinsnfk: @leathesprior A moving film on homelessness in Norwich featuring some of St Martins team pls RT https://t.co/f5SIuaJueC
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608111686

Leathes Prior advise on merger of Stellar Global Ltd and Mash Staffing Holdings Limited. Well done @Alex_W_Saunders… https://t.co/YMgtjAVCX0
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1608046456

Leathes Prior advise on merger of Stellar Global Ltd and Mash Staffing Holdings Limited

Alex Saunders and Jack Horwitz advised the shareholders of Stellar and Mash Staffing on the corporate aspects of the transaction.

RT @EDP24: 'Fundamental flaws' - Solicitor's letter to council over planning application https://t.co/eFMbo1kGbD
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1607964222

Help to Buy Regional Price Cap Introduced

From Wednesday 16 December eligible purchasers will be able to apply to the new Help to Buy Equity Loan Scheme. See the full details here:

Help to Buy Regional Price Cap Introduced - see the latest update and how this might affect you here: #helptobuy… https://t.co/5uvK5BfrR1
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1607700151

Last Chance Saloon for Business Tenants

A final deadline has now been set for landlords and tenants to resolve rent arrears.

Last Chance Saloon for Business Tenants. A final deadline has now been set for landlords and tenants to resolve ren… https://t.co/6VuNAbJEJy
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1607602306

RT @NorfolkCF: ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT for VCSE organisations to book your place on this free one hour webinar being delivered by Harriet Howe…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1607597335

Really pleased to be involved. If you’re a charity looking for some helpful tips on navigating HR issues during thi… https://t.co/bltkaAtjlO
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1607072685

Regulatory offences - certainty in sentencing from December 2020?

The Sentencing Code came into effect on December 1 2020 in England and Wales following the implementation of the Sentencing Act 2020.

"Regulatory offences - certainty in sentencing from December 2020?" The Sentencing Code came into effect on 1st Dec… https://t.co/hg55dS5ItE
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1607009592

Government takes new immigration rules to extra time – but clarity at last for clubs on the position after Brexit?

With just a month to spare, the FA - having reached agreement with the Home Office - have confirmed the position that is to apply to all clubs looking to recruit players and coaching staff from outside the UK after 31 December 2020.

"Government takes new immigration rules to extra time – but clarity at last for clubs on the position after Brexit?… https://t.co/dCtY0lp1lI
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606899060

Leathes Prior assist @nikita_mazepin sign a multi-year deal with @HaasF1Team. See how LP helped here: #F1… https://t.co/VUQxdMlCeR
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606841800

Leathes Prior assist Nikita Mazepin to sign a multi-year deal with Haas F1 Team

We are delighted to announce that Head of Sport, Dan Chapman was involved as a lawyer in the contractual negotiations that saw Nikita Mazepin today sign a multi-year contract with Haas F1 Team.

Workers from outside the UK – All change from 1 December 2020? See the latest way to apply for a visa and the impor… https://t.co/ANhZKTQ9pD
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606823994

Workers from outside the UK – All change from 1 December 2020?

Free movement to and from the European Union will end at midnight on 31 December.

RT @DanChapmanLP: Very proud to have assisted @nikita_mazepin as he joins the ranks of F1, signing a multi-year deal for @HaasF1Team start…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606816218

RT @DanChapmanLP: Podium for @alex_albon - great comeback weekend!
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606670454

Due to our continued growth, we have a couple of really exciting new opportunities here at Leathes Prior - We are l… https://t.co/tnAMEgAvUU
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606475000

In conjunction with the @NorfolkCF - @HHHEmplawyer conducts a webinar for charities to discuss common concerns for… https://t.co/P9JgclemJm
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606238479

Webinar for charities facing HR challenges

In conjunction with the Norfolk Community Foundation, Harriet Howes, Senior Associate within our Employment Team, will be conducting a lunchtime webinar on Wednesday 16 December 2020 aimed at charities and not-for-profit organisations, to discuss common concerns for employers during lockdown and beyond.

HMRC begins auditing of CJRS claims – act now

The time has now come for HMRC to retrospectively check the validity of many of the CJRS claims. See what they are reviewing, the consequences of "Furlough Fraud" and how to prepare here.

HMRC begins auditing of CJRS claims – act now! See what they are reviewing, the consequences of "Furlough Fraud" an… https://t.co/QyYvM7N5dg
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1606209202

CJRS FURLOUGH update - new guidance and legislation published late on 13 November 2020

Following on from the, perhaps for some, surprising news of the extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme allowing for the continued use of Furlough Leave into 2021, the relevant legislation has been published.

CJRS FURLOUGH update - new guidance and legislation published late on 13 November 2020. See a summary from Harriet… https://t.co/EkxddUrgFE
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605349369

EEA Citizens – Time is running out

30 June 2021 - Deadline day

"EEA Citizens – Time is running out" - See the latest deadline for an application to be made to the EU Settlement S… https://t.co/NIn8AZDsQX
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605287372

RT @DanChapmanLP: CJRS UPDATE (obviously, it is Friday evening): the rules have been changed so that from 1 December, an employer cannot cl…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605286009

Further restrictions on evictions have been announced by the Government - see the latest summary of how this might… https://t.co/HlZVsKayjs
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605198693

Further Restrictions On Evictions Announced

The Government announced a “winter truce” on evictions.

RT @SwardestonCC: Fame at last @Lewey_Denmark @leathesprior!
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605112236

"Frontier Workers and Brexit" - See what the new Government regulations mean for Frontier Workers here: #brexit… https://t.co/e7EzGZJq0V
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605108853

Frontier Workers and Brexit

The Government has now published The Citizens’ Rights (Frontier Workers) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. See what this means for Frontier workers here.

RT @employ_mentor: Remember...if you want to retrospectively furlough your employees (back to 1 November) then you need to do so by THIS FR…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605091153

RT @DanChapmanLP: The significant headline of the new CJRS rules would appear to be this: “the Government is reviewing whether employers…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605033046

RT @DanChapmanLP: The latest CJRS Guidance is out.... happy Tuesday evening employment lawyers. #furlough #CJRS https://t.co/OJ1hMl7TzT
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1605031564

Right To Rent Checks - Tim Cary reviews the significant updates in the new guidance issued by the Home Office here:… https://t.co/k7qMftGG5f
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604937056

Right To Rent Checks

New Guidance released and the introduction of a new online checking service.

"Footballers and football clubs at risk of failing to hear the final whistle on Brexit?" See the first in the serie… https://t.co/nuhtHlsNPv
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604667810

Footballers and football clubs at risk of failing to hear the final whistle on Brexit?

Amidst the understandable focus on the impact of Covid-19 on the professional football game, one could be forgiven for failing to pay sufficient attention to what arguably also presents a seismic challenge to domestic football clubs: the arrival of Brexit on 31 December 2020.

FURLOUGH EXTENDED – AGAIN

It may (or may not) come as a surprise that the Chancellor has announced a further extension to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (“CJRS”) until 31 March 2021.

FURLOUGH EXTENDED – AGAIN See the breaking news here from @DanChapmanLP and the Leathes Prior Employment Team here:… https://t.co/F28b6OWhwj
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604580888

RT @DanChapmanLP: Full details from the @leathesprior Employment team as Furlough is extended to the end of March 2021: https://t.co/XZI2x…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604580512

RT @DanChapmanLP: BREAKING: it would appear that the Furlough Scheme is to be extended until March 2021...... details to follow.........#…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604577296

LP would like to provide reassurance that we are #openforbusiness and have robust continuity plans in place to deal… https://t.co/lQNZGlvjZs
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604575996

Contact with your children during lockdown 2.0

During the first lockdown earlier this year there was initially some confusion about whether children could continue to spend time with both parents, or whether the lockdown rules would prevent children moving between their parents’ houses. This article looks at lockdown 2.0:

RT @Alex_W_Saunders: Very important advice from @DanChapmanLP following last night’s news @leathesprior
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604236154

Furlough Scheme Extended and Job Support Scheme Postponed

One of the words of 2020 perhaps – “furlough” – is back.

RT @DanChapmanLP: Furlough Scheme Extended and Job Support Scheme Postponed | ⁦@leathesprior⁩ - advice for employers whose employees were…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604228803

Furlough Scheme Extended and Job Support Scheme Postponed. See @DanChapmanLP summary of the latest developments her… https://t.co/0Yeo5PCGNk
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604228770

RT @DanChapmanLP: So.... Saturday night musings.... furlough extended, we have JSS Open, JSS Closed... a myriad of issues. The @leathespri…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604179688

RT @ChrisGoodwin_: Needless to say, no matter what Boris says the team at @leathesprior are here to help in these challenging times and bey…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604164883

New Set of UK Immigration Rules Announced. Instead of reading 514 pages of rules, see the key changes set out by… https://t.co/xoRkbDyGTH
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1604075336

New Set of UK Immigration Rules Announced

A new set of Immigration Rules, which are due to come into effect from 1 December 2020, will apply to all non-British and Irish citizens arriving in the UK from 1 January 2021. The rules (being a mere 514 pages long) provide for a number of changes to the existing immigration system. The key changes are as follows:

Keeping the R(edundancy) number down. Really looking forward to this @norfolkchamber webinar with Partner and Head… https://t.co/0s4dqoQptN
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1603974461

"Job Support Scheme - Open". See the latest update to the Job Support Scheme that was announced today here:… https://t.co/i6MADLDeq3
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1603374261

Update to the Job Support Scheme

The Chancellor has today (22 October 2020) amended his original plans for the scheme that is to replace the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (“CJRS”) after it ends on 31 October 2020. The new scheme is known as the “Job Support Scheme Open”.

RT @norfolkchamber: We can't wait to hold this event with @DanChapmanLP from @leathesprior. Book your FREE place here, https://t.co/SIeHNJP…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1603364000

We have teamed up with @norfolkchamber to host a free-to-attend webinar: "Keeping the R(edundancy) number down".… https://t.co/8wKxZ5sj5O
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1603361537

RT @Alex_W_Saunders: Really enjoyed chatting with @ChingaraMyles about his experience training and life at @leathesprior. Some really usef…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1603191164

"Apply with confidence" - check out the latest episode of LP Talks where @Alex_W_Saunders talks to newly qualified… https://t.co/c5EMSyoLpo
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1603115669

Tenant Evictions During COVID - The eviction process has now changed, introducing new obstacles and delaying the pr… https://t.co/yJozCO0wEF
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602840195

Tenant Evictions During COVID

The eviction process has now changed, introducing new obstacles and delaying the process. See the full details here.

Do you have a passion for excellent client care? We are currently seeking a Client Care Assistant to join our front… https://t.co/u8O13GP4uE
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602510418

Agency fees continuing to cause debates in the national news – great to see @DanFullContact quoted here:… https://t.co/y3UmKpSKZj
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602260443

Chancellor announces changes to the Job Support Scheme: furlough in disguise? For more details of the additional me… https://t.co/GP7PyhNhEn
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602257565

Chancellor announces changes to the Job Support Scheme: furlough in disguise?

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has once again pledged additional measures to support businesses that will be severely affected by further lockdown restrictions made in light of Covid-19. See the details here.

We are very relieved to report that power has finally returned to all four of our offices and we are… https://t.co/wb5QmLCGz5
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602151129

Unfortunately a power cut in The Cathedral Close overnight means that all of our IT & phone systems are down,… https://t.co/nhG4ZxNDjr
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602143168

RT @DanFullContact: A welcome moment of cheer in these sober times: proud to announce that @leathesprior have won the UK's most sociable la…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602066315

RT @Alex_W_Saunders: Delighted that @leathesprior has won most social law firm of the year for a remarkable fourth year in the @TheLex100..…
— Leathes Prior (@leathesprior) 1602066311

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Leathes Prior is COVID Secure

Insurers to pay out on claims by small business owners for Covid-19 lockdown losses

Could employers require its employees take the Covid-19 vaccine?!

Temporary Agricultural Workers – Life after Brexit

The End of Free Movement – An ongoing Saga?

2021 Employment Law: Brexit and much more

Housing secretary announces significant reform

Data protection after Brexit – Key implications of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement

Lockdown 3 - You can still move home

Leathes Prior announce three-year extension to Swardeston CC sponsorship

Furlough extended … again!

Leathes Prior advise on merger of Stellar Global Ltd and Mash Staffing Holdings Limited

Help to Buy Regional Price Cap Introduced

Last Chance Saloon for Business Tenants

Regulatory offences - certainty in sentencing from December 2020?

Government takes new immigration rules to extra time – but clarity at last for clubs on the position after Brexit?

Leathes Prior assist Nikita Mazepin to sign a multi-year deal with Haas F1 Team

Workers from outside the UK – All change from 1 December 2020?

Webinar for charities facing HR challenges

HMRC begins auditing of CJRS claims – act now

CJRS FURLOUGH update - new guidance and legislation published late on 13 November 2020

EEA Citizens – Time is running out

Further Restrictions On Evictions Announced

Frontier Workers and Brexit

Right To Rent Checks

Footballers and football clubs at risk of failing to hear the final whistle on Brexit?

FURLOUGH EXTENDED – AGAIN

Contact with your children during lockdown 2.0

Furlough Scheme Extended and Job Support Scheme Postponed

New Set of UK Immigration Rules Announced

Update to the Job Support Scheme

Tenant Evictions During COVID

Chancellor announces changes to the Job Support Scheme: furlough in disguise?

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Leathes Prior is COVID Secure

Insurers to pay out on claims by small business owners for Covid-19 lockdown losses

Could employers require its employees take the Covid-19 vaccine?!

Temporary Agricultural Workers – Life after Brexit

The End of Free Movement – An ongoing Saga?

2021 Employment Law: Brexit and much more

Housing secretary announces significant reform

Data protection after Brexit – Key implications of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement

Lockdown 3 - You can still move home

Leathes Prior announce three-year extension to Swardeston CC sponsorship

Furlough extended … again!

Leathes Prior advise on merger of Stellar Global Ltd and Mash Staffing Holdings Limited

Help to Buy Regional Price Cap Introduced

Last Chance Saloon for Business Tenants

Regulatory offences - certainty in sentencing from December 2020?

Government takes new immigration rules to extra time – but clarity at last for clubs on the position after Brexit?

Leathes Prior assist Nikita Mazepin to sign a multi-year deal with Haas F1 Team

Workers from outside the UK – All change from 1 December 2020?

Webinar for charities facing HR challenges

HMRC begins auditing of CJRS claims – act now

CJRS FURLOUGH update - new guidance and legislation published late on 13 November 2020

EEA Citizens – Time is running out

Further Restrictions On Evictions Announced

Frontier Workers and Brexit

Right To Rent Checks

Footballers and football clubs at risk of failing to hear the final whistle on Brexit?

FURLOUGH EXTENDED – AGAIN

Contact with your children during lockdown 2.0

Furlough Scheme Extended and Job Support Scheme Postponed

New Set of UK Immigration Rules Announced

Update to the Job Support Scheme

Tenant Evictions During COVID

Chancellor announces changes to the Job Support Scheme: furlough in disguise?