On 25 September 2023, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) published consultation papers (FCA CP23/20 and PRA CP18/23) proposing a new regulatory framework on diversity and inclusion (D&I)…
What is a “smart” building? We are all familiar with the phrase “it’s like talking to a brick wall”. In the new world of smart buildings, that wall may well
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Leading UK law firm Farrer & Co has today announced its backing of new research aimed at tackling existing net zero data challenges for the property industry. The property sector
Farrer & Co supports new research to help plug the net zero data gap Read More »
Join our webinar series to understand the legal risks and excel in your investments, people management and communications. We will provide practical advice in three areas where there has been
Rishi Sunak’s recent announcement about a government “U-turn” on the UK’s net zero commitments provides an opportune moment to consider why businesses should care about the energy performance of their
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Last week, Channel 4 aired its Dispatches documentary: Russell Brand: In Plain Sight, in which allegations of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse were made against the celebrity Russell Brand across
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Succession can be a taboo subject, but it is an essential part of wealth planning for rural landowners. Timing Births, deaths and marriages are often the triggers that spur people
Why families should be talking about succession Read More »
The recruitment process (which can start even before advertising the role right up to the date on which an individual commences work) can be a minefield for employers. My colleague
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Farrer & Co has been ranked as a top Social Mobility employer in The Social Mobility Employer Index, a leading authority on employer-led social mobility. Published annually by the Social
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