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August 2009: Corporate Update

This edition of Caught in the Act looks at the provisions of the Companies Act 2006 which are due to come into effect on 1 October 2009.

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August 2009: Banking Update

A look at the the Pre-Action Protocol for Mortgage Possession Claims in Northern Ireland due to take effect from 5 October 2009

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August 2009: Lender Update

This edition of Caught in the Act looks at how to give effective notice of assignments under the Law of Property Act 1925

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May 2009: Commercial Update

Following the recent case of R (on the Application of Mercury Tax Group Limited and another) v HMRC, the City of London Law Society has published some guidance on the virtual execution of documents. This edition of Caught in the Act looks at the guidance.

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May 2009: Real Estate Update

A further look at the Chancellor’s announcement that legislation will be introduced in the Finance Bill 2009 which will amend the rules on Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) relief for leasehold enfranchisement.

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January 2009: Real Estate Update

An examination of service charges and the best practice to be applied by landlords.

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January 2009: Restructuring & Insolvency Update

This edition of Caught in the Act looks at the “SIP16″ guidance note issued to licensed insolvency practitioners setting out required practice for those engaged on pre-packaged administration sales.

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November 2008: Lender Update

This edition of Caught in the Act looks at how the pre-budget report, published on 24 November 2008, intends to support home owners in financial difficulties by helping to protect against repossession.

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November 2008: Lender Update

A look at the pre-action protocol for mortgage possession claims which takes effect from 19 November 2008.

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September 2008: Corporate Update

With the next milestone in the seemingly endless implementation of the Companies Act 2006 fast approaching, this Caught in the Act looks at some of the key changes introduced with effect from 1 October 2008.

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April 2008: Employment Update

This Caught in the Act examines the impact of the Age Discrimination Regulations and, in particular, the provision which allows employers to force employees out of employment at the age of 65.

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February 2008: Corporate Update

The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 came into force on 6 April 2008. This Caught in the Act looks at some of its key provisions.

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