Blogs, News and Articles
Whether you are interested in the articles that we have prepared for our clients and contacts and/or had published in national, professional or specialist trade media, our news releases about developments at the firm or at our clients or a less formal perspective on events from our blogs, the information is here. You might also take a look at our publications section. For further information, please contact Cheryl Sturdy or John North.
An update on the residential housing market – by Frank Davey, Property
First time buyers – end of Stamp Duty exemption
In case you missed the various news reports, the two year stamp duty exemption for first time buyers for homes costing less than £250,000 (saving up to £2,500) ends on 24th March 2012. The Government’s view is believed to be that it didn’t manage to stimulate the property market and get young people onto the property ladder. Continue reading
Bribery Act and banking – By Claus Andersen, Corporate Department
Towards, the end of last year I gave a presentation on the Bribery Act to a number of wholesale and retail customers of a leading high street bank. The Act, which came into force on 1 July 2011, prohibits the offering and receiving of bribes. Continue reading
“It’s crystal clear, Britain is open for business” – Stephen Welfare, Partner, reports from NEC Spring Fair 2012
Stephen Welfare reports from the Birmingham NEC at Spring Fair 2012 the International Trade Fair. Continue reading
Royds staff support Oxfam “Collects at Work” – By Cheryl Sturdy, HR Manager
Royds has recently teamed up with Oxfam as part of its Oxfam Collects at Work scheme http://www.oxfam.org.uk/oxfam-collects/index.html. Oxfam is in urgent need of stock and has launched this scheme with various businesses in an effort to build up their stock and make it more convenient for people to donate.
Private client team at Royds City law firm grows with the admission of partner Tony Millson
Royds LLP, a 17 partner law practice in the City of London, appoints Tony Millson as a partner in its Private Client team on 1st February. This follows the promotion to partnership of private client solicitor Deanna Hurst in October 2011. Royds is one of the few remaining City law firms with a thriving private client practice.
Pay & Benefits, Pension and Employment Law Conference – By Caroline Doran
Royds is delighted to annouce its participation in the Pay & Benefits, Pension and Employment Law Conference – and to offer a preferential rate for Royds’ clients. Continue reading
Ice Skating at Somerset House by Emma Boulter
Royds took to the ice at Somerset House for the last breath of Winter magic. Sponsored by Tiffany it was every bit the fairy tale wonderland you would expect. Continue reading
Courts less supportive of minor accident claims against local authorities – By James Millar Craig, Dispute Resolution
The Courts have become less supportive of claimants with minor accident claims, sometimes referred to as “slips and trips” against local authorities. Continue reading
Royds Rogues step out to client’s Secret Cinema – Emma Boulter
Last night a team of Royds staff met disguised and ready for an adventure at this seasons screening by the Secret Cinema which took place at our client – The Farmiloe Building.
Turbulence in airline sector – By Stewart Wilkinson, Head of Dispute Resolution
It’s not a good time for the travel and airlines sector. Thomas Cook, the travel agent which hit the UK headlines a few weeks ago Continue reading