Throughout the government sector there are a range of Contract Templates available, including the Model Services Contract, Mid-Tier Contract and Public Sector Contract.
Andrew Lothian, who acted for the successful defenders, discusses a recent DWF amputation case which serves as a stark reminder of the importance of causation in complex injury cases
The recently announced 10 year extension of the Venture Capital Trust (VCT) legislation ensures a secure future for VCTs as an investment vehicle providing tax efficient investment opportunities for retail investors, and (for qualifying companies) access to a pool of long term growth capital. This article outlines the basics of how VCTs are structured, the tax reliefs available to investors in VCTs and what to look for if you are a company considering whether you qualify for investment from a VCT.