15 August 2023 Blog Don’t let this year’s harvest be the death of you – Health & Safety at Work With high numbers and rates of fatal injury, agriculture is one of the riskiest industry sectors for accidents at work. Make sure your business takes the steps outlined to keep workers safe this harvest. Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read
15 August 2023 Blog Preparing for an inquest Our series of inquest videos intended to support organisations and their professionals through the coronial process... Share this article Bookmark this page 1 min read
15 August 2023 Blog New protected status for Single Malt Welsh Whisky Single Malt Welsh Whisky was successfully registered under the UK Geographical Indication (UKGI) scheme as of 24th July 2023 – protecting its name, authenticity and characteristics. It is the first new UK spirit drink application to be registered and protected under new scheme created after Brexit. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
15 August 2023 Blog Consumer Food Insecurity - What does it mean for food businesses? New government research shows that one in four people in the UK are food insecure, but what does this mean for consumer shopping habits and food businesses? Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
15 August 2023 Blog ASA examines meaning of 'Significant Quantity' In Kellogg Europe Trading Ltd t/a Kellogg Company the Advertising Standards Authority upheld complaints on website content concerning health claims made for “All-Bran Prebiotic Oaty Clusters” . It is of particular interest as the requirements for what may constitute a 'significant quantity' of a nutrient in order to make an authorised specific health claim for a food was examined. Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read
15 August 2023 Blog Significant changes to EU settlement scheme take effect Latest changes to immigration rules include modifications to EU Settlement Scheme... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
14 August 2023 Blog Food and Agri Update Mid-August 2023 Food & Agri mid-August Update ADA rulings on alcohol and Kellogg's with probiotic gut health, what constitutes a 'significant quantity'? Luton restricts ads for HFSS foods. Extended Producer Responsibility delayed for a year from Oct 2024 to 2025. FSA risk assessments on glycerol in ice slushies and ready to eat cold smoked and cured fish. Food insecurity is on the rise; what are the main areas of concern for consumers and what might this mean for their purchasing practices? New protected Geographical indication for single malt Welsh Whisky and licences will be needed from Sept for takeaway pints #food #agri #update #alcohol #asa #prebiotic #significantquantity #health #claim #cma #epr #gi #welsh #insecurity #fish #glycerol #hfss #luton Share this article Bookmark this page 14 min read
14 August 2023 Blog Striking a balance – The importance of maintaining trust during pay disputes The significant increase in industrial action within the food and beverage industry regarding disputes over pay seems to be showing no signs of slowing down. Jameel Mann provides 5 key steps for businesses. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
10 August 2023 Blog New employment law: what’s coming and when? To help HR professionals make sense of the recent flurry of new employment acts, we have updated our tracker... Share this article Bookmark this page 1 min read
10 August 2023 Blog Nesting: what does it mean and why are some parents keen to adopt it? In a nesting arrangement, the children remain in the family home following their parents separation, and the parents take it in turns to come in and out, spending time with the children when they are there. Share this article Bookmark this page 6 min read
4 August 2023 Blog New Tribunal Procedure Committee consultation: Levelling the playing field for hospital-based patients Tribunal Procedure Committee consults on amending the restrictions on cases that can be decided without a hearing... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
4 August 2023 Blog Succession planning, marital agreements and protecting the family business Succession planning, and passing on family wealth to the next generation is a priority for many involved with family businesses. When looking at succession planning and wealth protection, there are family law implications that need to be taken into consideration. In this blog, we cover the best way to future proof your family business. Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read