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Clarkslegal Law BitesTalking Employment Law: The Employment Rights Bill - Part 3In October 2024, the Government unveiled its Employment Rights Bill, which is currently making its way through Parliament to become law. This Bill introduces major reforms to workers’ rights.In part 3 of the Employment Rights Bill podcast in the ‘Talking Employment Law’ series, Louise Keenan and Lucy White, members of the employment team at Clarkslegal, will discuss some of the main provisions of the Bill, including changes to: Fire and re-hire practicesSexual and Third-Party HarassmentZero-hour contractsTribunal Limitation PeriodsUnderstanding these changes is crucial for your business. If you need guidance on how to navigate these p...2025-07-2518 minClarkslegal Law BitesPreparing your professional services firm for saleProfessional services firms are becoming increasingly attractive to investors, but preparing your firm for sale involves navigating unique challenges specific to this sector.In our latest podcast, join Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner at Clarkslegal, and Nicky Goringe Larkin, Managing Director at Succession Planning, as they explore the complexities of valuing and preparing professional services firms for the market, whether for sale, merger, venture, or fundraising.In this episode, we’ll cover:The importance of valuing recurring income and revenueThe critical role of staff before and after a deal If you’re a professional servi...2025-07-1512 minClarkslegal Law BitesFrom legislation to implementation: The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025On June 19, 2025, the highly anticipated Data (Use and Access) Act received Royal Assent, marking a significant milestone in data protection legislation.Join us as we delve into the key changes introduced by this Act. In this episode, our data protection experts, Melanie Pimenta and Harry Berryman, will explain what the Act means for your organisation and how to ensure compliance with the new regulations.In this episode, we’ll cover: Key changes in data protection legislationBest practices for compliancePractical steps for organisations to adaptWhether you're a business leader, HR professional, or simply int...2025-07-1112 minClarkslegal Law BitesGet your tech business market ready for salePreparing your tech business for sale can be complex and time-consuming, requiring careful planning. Unlike other sectors, tech businesses have unique life cycle timelines that owners must navigate.In our latest podcast, join Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner at Clarkslegal, and Nicky Goringe Larkin, Managing Director at Succession Planning, as they delve into how tech business owners can maximise their value and effectively prepare for the market. In this episode, we’ll cover:Strategies for growing your tech business to exitThe critical importance of IP ownershipKey differences in valuing a tech business compared to others ...2025-07-0312 minClarkslegal Law BitesWhatsApp in the workplace: Is it legally safe?WhatsApp is a convenient and quick way to communicate with colleagues and clients, but is it legally safe to use in the workplace? In this podcast, Lucy White and Monica Mastropasqua, members of the Data Protection team at Clarkslegal, will address frequently asked questions from clients regarding the use of WhatsApp at work. Key topics include:The difference between personal and professional boundaries when using WhatsApp The fact that WhatsApp messages are not stored on company servers The widespread use of WhatsApp on personal devices Commonly overlooked issues related to data retention and GDPR compl...2025-06-1609 minClarkslegal Law BitesThinking of exiting your business? Part 3Selling your business is usually the last step in starting a business. When the time comes to exit, it's crucial to ensure a smooth transition so you can retire comfortably and maximise the value you receive from your business. This significant decision carries various legal and financial implications that require careful consideration. In the third and final episode of our three-part podcast series, join Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner at Clarkslegal, and Nicky Goringe Larkin, Managing Director at Succession Planning, as they discuss: The sectors that are currently very popular for business exits Sectors that may struggle to...2025-05-2714 minClarkslegal Law BitesThinking of exiting your business? Part 2Selling your business is usually the last step in starting a business. When the time comes to exit, it's crucial to ensure a smooth transition so you can retire comfortably and maximise the value you receive from your business. This significant decision carries various legal and financial implications that require careful consideration. In the second instalment of our three-part series, join Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner at Clarkslegal, and Nicky Goringe Larkin, Managing Director at Succession Planning, as they delve into: The complexities surrounding business financingAccurate accounting and valuation strategiesEssential insights into Private EquityIf you a...2025-05-1916 minClarkslegal Law BitesTUPE Podcast Series - Information and Consultation ObligationsIn this ninth episode of our TUPE Podcast Series, Katie Glendinning, a Partner in the employment team, will examine the information and consultation obligations under TUPE. In this episode, Katie will cover:Who qualifies as the 'appropriate representatives' of the affected employees? The obligation to inform employees. How should the information be given? When should the information be provided? The obligation to consult with employees. What are measures?Who should carry out consultation on any proposed measures?When should the consultation start?Consequences of failing to inform and consult.Employee liability informationWhat must be...2025-05-1513 minClarkslegal Law BitesTalking Employment Law: The Employment Rights Bill – Part 2In October 2024, the Government unveiled its Employment Rights Bill which is currently making its way through Parliament to become law. This Bill introduces major reforms to workers’ rights.In part 2 of the Employment Rights Bill podcast in the ‘Talking Employment Law’ series, Louise Keenan and Melanie Pimenta, members of the employment team at Clarkslegal, will discuss some of the main provisions of the Bill, including:Changes to collective redundanciesFlexible workingSick payPlease contact our employment team if your business needs help with any of these proposed changes. It’s important to seek advice and plan...2025-05-1210 minClarkslegal Law BitesThinking of exiting your business? Part 1Selling your business is usually the last step in starting a business. When the time comes to exit, it's crucial to ensure a smooth transition so you can retire comfortably and maximise the value you receive from your business. This significant decision carries various legal and financial implications that require careful consideration. In the first part of this three-part series, Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner at Clarkslegal, and Nicky Goringe Larkin, Managing Director at Succession Planning, will discuss: The biggest fears that sellers and buyers have around business exits and purchasesCommon reasons why sales fail between Heads o...2025-05-0716 minClarkslegal Law BitesTalking Employment Law: Redundancy and settlement agreements - What you need to knowIn this podcast, Lucy White and Shauna Jones, members of the employment team at Clarkslegal, will guide you through the complex topics of redundancy and settlement agreements. They will explain what redundancy means for both employers and employees and how settlement agreements work in practice.Topics covered:What is redundancy? What rights does an employee have if they are made redundant? What is a settlement agreement? What is a protected conversation? What does "without prejudice" mean?What are the differences between redundancy and settlement agreements?How is a settlement agreement negotiated? What must an employer include in a...2025-03-2811 minClarkslegal Law BitesTalking Employment Law: The Employment Rights Bill - Part 1In October 2024, the Government unveiled its Employment Rights Bill which is currently making its way through Parliament to become law. This Bill introduces major reforms to workers’ rights.In part 1 of the Employment Rights Bill podcast in the ‘Talking Employment Law’ series, Louise Keenan and Lucy White, members of the employment team at Clarkslegal, will discuss some of the main provisions of the Bill, including: Unfair dismissal Family rightsBereavement leave Unpaid parental leavePaternity leave Extension of protection for pregnant women and new mothersPlease contact our employment team if your business needs help with any o...2025-03-2410 minClarkslegal Law BitesTalking Employment Law: Asda workers a step closer to a £1.2 billion equal pay claimAsda workers fighting for equal pay have advanced to the final stage in their legal battle, as the employment tribunal ruled that the majority of claimants working in retail roles in Asda supermarkets were doing work of equal value to their counterparts working in distribution centres.In the latest podcast of the ‘Talking Employment Law’ series, Louise Keenan and Shauna Jones, members of the employment team at Clarkslegal, will discuss the recent Asda equal pay decision, which has been attracting a lot of attention. In the podcast, they will cover the following topics:An overv...2025-02-2006 minClarkslegal Law BitesFrequently asked questions on data retentionData retention is the storage of data for a specific period, guided by legal, operational, and regulatory considerations. While data minimisation principles advocate for limiting the collection and storage of personal data, retaining certain information is often necessary for various purposes.In this podcast, Jesse Akiwumi and Harry Berryman, members of the Data Protection team at Clarkslegal, address the top frequently asked questions we receive about data retention. These questions include: How long can an organisation lawfully keep data?What happens to data that is shared with others? Why is it important to limit the storage of...2025-02-1007 min