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Dublin LS Mixer @ 6 - the in-house network you should be at!
28 March 2019
Lewis Silkin was delighted to host its first Dublin LS Mixer @ 6 this month for in-house counsel working in the creative, innovative and brand centric sectors in Ireland. The mixer is an opportunity for in-house counsel to hear from Lewis Silkin on the burning issues in their industry but also (and more importantly) to network and benchmark with fellow in-house counsel.
IR35 – What is changing and what you need to do
17 June 2019
The government is committed to cracking down on “disguised employment”. In order to achieve that, the IR35 rules are changing in April 2020.
Anthony van Hoffen writes for Open Access Government: Development sites and why you should pay them a proper visit
11 July 2019
Anthony van Hoffen has written a guide for Open Access Government discussing what you need to check when making development site visits.
Ireland: Applying for Irish Citizenship? Do you need to cancel that break to chase the final summer sun?
16 August 2019
On 24 July 2019 the High Court ruled in Roderick Jones v Minister for Justice and Equality that no applicant seeking naturalisation in Ireland can be granted citizenship if they have spent a single day outside of Ireland in the year immediately preceding their citizenship application.
Ireland: Applying for Irish Citizenship? Do you need to cancel that break to chase the final summer sun?
16 August 2019
On 24 July 2019 the High Court ruled in Roderick Jones v Minister for Justice and Equality that no applicant seeking naturalisation in Ireland can be granted citizenship if they have spent a single day outside of Ireland in the year immediately preceding their citizenship application.
Are you mentally prepared? Mental Health in the Workplace across APAC: the law and practical implications for employers
16 October 2019
Mental health and wellbeing are increasingly becoming issues in the workplace that organisations cannot ignore.
Tokyo 2020 is ready, are you? Ambush Marketing and the Law
04 February 2020
2020 is set to be a whirlwind of international sporting highlights including the UK hosting UEFA Euro 2020 finals and of course, the always eagerly awaited Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Sporting hysteria will ensue amongst a torrent of marketing activity; such big events are invaluable for brand exposure and marketing stunts, but where is the line? We provide you with a guide to ambush marketing to help you promote your brand whilst keeping within the tracks of the law.
The new IR35 regime: are you ready for April?
27 February 2020
Under the new IR35 regime, all businesses in the private sector who engage contractors will have to bear the risk of PAYE and NICs. This change happens in April – will you be ready with a month to go?
How can you deal with employees who spill company secrets? Roberta Pasemko comments for HR Grapevine
24 April 2020
Employers keep company secrets close to their chest, but what happens if a worker chooses to divulge this information with the public. Find out more below as Roberta Pasemko comments in an article for HR Grapevine.
Technology and computing in 2020 and beyond – are you ready to live life on the edge?
15 May 2020
Right now, for those in lockdown at home, the answer for many will no doubt be a resounding ‘oh, yes!’ but is the answer the same from a particular technology perspective?
Applying for Hong Kong’s Employment Support Scheme on 25 May? Are you liable for any penalties?
22 May 2020
Hong Kong’s long-awaited Employment Support Scheme will be open for application starting Monday, 25 May 2020.
DaaS – the benefits are clear but beware how you contract for Device as a Service
17 June 2020
Devices as a Service (DaaS) is fast becoming the new normal way to purchase IT hardware. This ‘off-balance sheet’ solution is especially fitting in Covid-19 times where cash preservation is key.
Conditional payments - are you sure you will be paid?
01 July 2020
Consider this scenario: you enter into an agreement to design some plush new downtown apartments. Everyone knows they will sell like hotcakes when they’re completed. Little do you know that an economic downturn is around the corner, and instead of selling out in weeks, your beautifully designed apartments become luxury rentals instead.
Influencers are unionising – what do you need to know?
17 July 2020
As the power of the influencer increases, as does the importance for brands to not only find the perfect talent for their campaign, but to ensure a happy and long-lasting relationship.
If you refuse to even try and settle a dispute – there will be consequences
28 September 2020
All businesses are suffering from the effects of Covid-19 and the various measures being taken to combat the spread of the virus. Disputes are continuing to rise and contracting parties remain desperate to ensure that they receive their contractual entitlements without delay – particularly payment.
Flexible working and the modern office: Is it working for you or giving you a headache?
12 November 2020
With more and more companies introducing flexible working policies and remote working becoming ever common, we discuss both the possibilities and the pitfalls to avoid and how the physical office plays a central role in creating a sense of collegiality, cohesion and culture both in and outside of the workplace.
Collective redundancy consultation – do you need to look back before moving forward?
02 December 2020
A recent European Court of Justice ruling suggests that employers should look at a “rolling” 90-day period when ascertaining whether collective redundancy consultation is required. While this has potentially significant implications, the end of the Brexit transition period may limit its fallout.
The countdown for the new UK immigration system 2020 and Brexit – are you ready?
21 December 2020
From 1 December 2020 a new immigration system came into force in the UK. It will apply to EEA/Swiss (‘EEA’) nationals from 1 January 2021. Employers should have started preparing for these changes, including understanding the proposed new rules, checking recruitment plans and budgets, obtaining or reviewing a sponsor licence and assisting staff with applications under the EU Settlement Scheme.
Don’t leave IR35 until the last minute – five things you should be doing now
06 January 2021
With less than three months to go until significant changes to the IR35 rules take effect in April 2021, this article sets out five steps that employers should consider taking now.
IR35: Are you ready (again) for April?
14 January 2021
The new IR35 regime will finally come into force in April following a year’s delay. All businesses in the private sector who engage contractors will have to bear the risk of PAYE and NICs.