HMRC given further regulatory powers to investigate CRJS furlough fraud
David Edwards, director and head of Harrison Drury’s regulatory and compliance team, takes a look at how HMRC intends to follow up fraudulent claims made against its scheme designed to…
Nick Booth named new head of Harrison Drury’s corporate and commercial division
Harrison Drury has promoted experienced commercial litigator Nick Booth to be the new head of our corporate and commercial division. Nick has been at the firm since 2014 and was…
The impact of energy efficiency regulations on the rural commercial property sector
Many landowners have diversified into providing commercial premises by converting historic farms buildings. Given the age of some of these buildings, they risk breaching MEES regulations come 2023. George Wilson,…
Holly joins Harrison Drury’s private client team in Lancaster
Harrison Drury has appointed wills and estates specialist Holly Radcliffe to strengthen our ‘Home and Family’ services in Lancaster. Holly joins us from her previous role as ‘private client’ solicitor…
Is an athlete an employee?
Matthew Astley and Olivia Bailey, from Harrison Drury’s sports sector team, consider the case of Varnish v British Cycling, in light of the recent decision of the Employment Appeal Tribunal.…
What happens if a furloughed employee has EMI options?
Enterprise management incentive options (EMI options) are a type of share option commonly granted by companies looking to retain key employees through equity interests. Kerry Southworth, solicitor and corporate law…
Mixed-use Stamp Duty Land Tax: When can you claim?
George Wilson from Harrison Drury’s rural sector team outlines how different approaches to purchasing rural property can reduce the stamp duty land tax liability. He also reinforces the importance in…
Residential landlords update: Prepare now to reactivate possession proceedings
Hayley Bamber, of Harrison Drury’s property litigation team, explains what landlords need to be aware of after the introduction of new legislation and updated Practice Direction 55C. On 26 March,…
Employee or self-employed? Why it is such an important decision for business owners
Kate Shawcross, from the employment and regulatory team, recounts a recent landmark case on employment status and considers the implications for the hair and beauty industry and for businesses in…
Nicola and Hannah chosen to lead Harrison Drury offices
Harrison Drury has appointed new heads for our Clitheroe and Lancaster offices as part of plans to develop future leaders. Senior associate solicitor Nicola Beneduce has been named head of…