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05 Jul 10 Terminating a Contract: Caution Required After Decision in Shell Egypt In the recent case of Shell Egypt West Manzala GMBH v Centurion Petroleum Corporation, the Court considered a party's right to terminate a contract in accordance with its terms and suggested that, for the avoidance of doubt, a party may rely on alternative termination rights.
22 Jun 10 Live music targeted by PRS for Music PRS for Music has now begun its 12-week long consultation process for what it hopes will lead to a revamped Tariff LP.
22 Jun 10 The 'unavoidable' Emergency Budget

George Osborne delivered the new Coalition Government's eagerly awaited Emergency Budget this afternoon. No doubt more detail and reaction will emerge over the days and weeks ahead but this bulletin summarises the initial headline implications of the Emergency Budget for businesses and high net worth individuals.

09 Jun 10 An Employer's Guide to the 2010 World Cup | June, 2010

Employers are gearing up for weeks of football-related disruption. This guide helps managers cope with employment issues arising from the World Cup, as well as offering hints on how best to manage employees effectively.

07 Jun 10 Tax Update - Emergency Budget

Glen Atchison and David Scott summarise what they expect to be the most likely changes resulting from the Emergency Budget in 2010.

01 Jun 10 The Bribery Act 2010 - How it Affects You

Last month the Bribery Bill received Royal Assent and is expected to come into force as the Bribery Act 2010 later this year. The Act came about partly as a response to international criticism about the weakness of the UK's anti-corruption legislation.