In this briefing on ESG, our experts from across Farrer & Co’s banking, reputation management, employment, commercial and corporate teams set out their key ESG themes for our business clients…
Key themes for ESG in 2023 Read More »
Affinity groups (also known as “employee resource groups”) are voluntary, employee-led groups which, broadly speaking, are set up to cultivate a sense of belonging in the workplace. The members of
Are race-based workplace “affinity groups” discriminatory? Read More »
In a recent survey by Deloitte, climate change was one of the top personal concerns for Gen Z and millennials, reflective of how younger employees are increasingly pushing for action
Climate related concerns in the workplace Read More »
“How far should one generation be given freedom to dispose of property in ways that will restrict the freedom of the next?” That was the question posed in 1998 by
Conservation covenants: thinking outside the BNG box Read More »
We highlight some common sustainability priorities for UK-based investor landlords and tenants.
Three steps to energy efficient properties Read More »
ESG is an increasing strategic and regulatory concern for private companies. A successful ESG strategy can help maximise value and strengthen relationships with a company’s stakeholders including consumers, employees, existing
ESG in the roles of company secretaries and in-house legal counsel Read More »
As most people know, discrimination is generally prohibited by the Equality Act 2010. This prohibition includes what is known as “positive discrimination”. However, something known as positive action is allowed,
Positive action in universities Read More »
Following on from the UK Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan, the Environment Act became law at the end of 2021. One of the most significant aspects of this wide-reaching act
Planning pipeline: biodiversity net gain Read More »
After much toing and froing the Environment Act 2021 (Act) finally received Royal Assent at the end of 2021. The biodiversity net gain (BNG) sections may not be in force
Legal agreements for biodiversity net gain Read More »
In recent months, we have seen the subject of the menopause catapulted into the limelight with an Oscar winning Netflix documentary (“Period. End of Sentence”), Davina McCall, Penny Lancaster and
Breaking the stigma: Steps to create a menopause-friendly workplace Read More »
