The new duty to prevent sexual harassment and what it means for Christmas party season

The festive season is upon us, and with it, comes the annual workplace Christmas party – a time to celebrate, relax, and connect with colleagues. However, with the introduction of the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act) Act 2023, employers…

Court of Appeal rules no general consultation needed for individual redundancies

The Court of Appeal recently overturned an Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision, clarifying that employers are not required to carry out general workforce consultation for an individual redundancy dismissal to be fair. This ruling restores practical clarity for employers, particularly…

Autumn Budget 2024: Key changes impacting businesses and exit plans over the next 5 years

On 30 October, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered the Autumn Budget, accompanied by a full fiscal statement from the Office of Budget Responsibility.  In the first and much anticipated budget from the Labour government in 14 years,…

Moorcrofts proudly supports Marlow Santa Fun Run!

Moorcrofts is excited to announce its sponsorship of this year’s Marlow Santa Fun Run for the second consecutive year on its 20th Anniversary. As one of Marlow’s most cherished annual events, the Santa Fun Run, organised by the Rotary Club,…

Lifecycle of renting business premises – Part 2 – Exiting premises

Business owners usually understand the need to seek legal advice and representation when entering into a lease of business premises but it is also important for those businesses to understand their rights and obligations at the end of the term…

Joe Hughes promoted to Partner at Moorcrofts

Moorcrofts is pleased to announce the promotion of Joe Hughes to Partner, effective 1 November 2024. Joe, who has been with the firm since 2019 as Practice Manager, has been a key figure in driving the firm’s operational success and…

Moorcrofts advise on the sale of Car-Comm Coachworks Limited

Moorcrofts recently advised on the sale of Car-Comm Coachworks Limited (“Car-Comm”) to Steer Automotive Group (“Steer”), one of the UK’s largest providers of commercial vehicle repair and refurbishment services. Moorcrofts’ corporate partners Teri Hunter and Kate Prentis led the transaction with…

Moorcrofts retains ranking in Chambers and Partners 2025 as a leading law firm in the Thames Valley region

Moorcrofts is delighted to announce that it has once again been recognised as a leading law firm in the prestigious Chambers and Partners 2025 guide. The firm has been highlighted for its exceptional expertise in Corporate/M&A, Technology and Intellectual Property (IP),…

The Employment Rights Bill: Major reforms announced

The Employment Rights Bill introduces several major reforms, but much of the detail is deferred to future legislation, and there’s no confirmed date for implementation. While some reports suggest it could come into effect by October 2026, we remain uncertain….

Moorcrofts help secure new premises for Science Photo Library Ltd in London

Moorcrofts commercial property team has advised Science Photo Library Limited on a new letting in Central London. Science Photo Library is the world’s leading source of science and medicine images and videos. The company was started in 1979 and for…

Moorcrofts achieves top tier rankings in L500 UK 2025

Leading law firm Moorcrofts proudly announces its exceptional performance in the recently released Legal 500 UK 2025 rankings. The firm has cemented its reputation as a Tier 1 powerhouse for Corporate and Commercial services in the South East (Beds, Bucks,…

Moorcrofts announces promotions reinforcing commitment to growth and professional development

Moorcrofts is delighted to announce the promotion of Usha Guness to Senior Associate and Heather Stewart to Associate, effective from 1st October 2024. These well-deserved promotions reflect the firm’s continued growth and its commitment to fostering a supportive environment that…

Funding your new business with a Start-Up Loan

Finding finance for your start-up can be difficult and overwhelming in a landscape of corporate, debt and equity financing. For those that have struggled to obtain financing elsewhere, a lesser-known option is to apply for a “Start-Up Loan“, a Government-backed…

Moorcrofts strengthens corporate team with two new appointments

Leading corporate and technology law firm, Moorcrofts, is delighted to announce the expansion of its corporate team with the addition of Arnab Ray Chaudhuri and Danil Galushko as corporate lawyers. Arnab Ray Chaudhuri joins Moorcrofts with extensive experience in corporate…

Labour’s ambitious plans for Employment Law Reform

The Labour Party’s return to government after the 2024 UK general election has sparked significant anticipation regarding changes to employment law. Among the headline announcements are proposals to extend employment rights by scrapping any length of service requirement to claim…

Employee share schemes – incentivising your staff

Businesses are increasingly using employee share schemes in order to incentivise their employees, align staff with the interests of the Company’s shareholders, retain talent and support the Company’s overall growth.  These schemes can be categorised as tax-advantaged and non tax-advantaged…

Balancing beliefs and business: Insights from the Omooba v Michael Garrett Associates Ltd Case

In a recent case, Omooba v Michael Garrett Associates Ltd (T/A Global Artists), the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) made a significant ruling regarding religious beliefs in the workplace. The case involved a Christian actor, Ms. Omooba, who was dismissed from…

Moorcrofts Sponsors Bucks Prop Social: The Big County Review!

Moorcrofts is delighted to sponsor the upcoming Bucks Prop Social: The Big County Review, alongside Arrow Planning, set to take place on Wednesday 12th June 2024, from 12:15 to 14:00 at the picturesque Macdonald Compleat Angler in Bisham. Aim of…

The Lifecycle of Renting Business Premises

All businesses need premises in which to operate whether that is a home office, a 1000 sq ft commercial office, a retail unit, a 50,000 sq ft industrial shed or something in between. Whether you are searching for your first…

Expansion of Senior Team at Moorcrofts 

Leading corporate and technology law firm, Moorcrofts, proudly announces the addition of two new Partners. Lindsey Abbott has been promoted to Employment Partner, and having been with Moorcrofts since 2019, she brings a wealth of experience and exceptional skills in…

An Employment Law Update Webinar

Moorcrofts is hosting a free employment law update webinar on 24 April 2024, with Lindsey Abbott. Book here.

EMI share options – tax advantaged staff incentivisation

Enterprise management incentives share options (“EMI Options”) are a discretionary award that carry tax-advantageous benefits.  Targeted specifically for trading companies that are seeking to grow, EMI Options are a tax efficient way to incentivise and retain staff.  For context, national…

Moorcrofts help secure new premises for Retail Alchemy Limited in London

Moorcrofts commercial property team has advised Retail Alchemy Limited on its exit from existing premises in Wendover and a new letting in Central London. Retail Alchemy is a professional services company that provides marketing return on investment measurement and advice…

Andrew Katz to share expertise at SOOCon24

Andrew Katz, Moorcrofts Head of Technology and IP and CEO of Orcro, will speak at the highly anticipated State of Open Con 2024 (SOOCon24) on Tuesday 6 February at The Brewery in London.  Andrew will be joined by Stephen Pollard,…