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Court of Appeal to examine SIPP provider case
22 Oct 2020
In May, we wrote about the High Court judgment in Adams v Options SIPP UK LLP which offered SIPP providers some comfort that, in circumstances where a loss is suffered by a member and the SIPP provider is acting on an execution only basis, they will not usually be liable for any loss suffered by the investor on investments made through the SIPP, including investments introduced to the member by unregulated providers.
WBD recognised in UK Chambers Legal Guide
22 Oct 2020
Womble Bond Dickinson has been recognised by the UK Chambers 2021 Guide, a leading guide to law firms in the UK. Rankings in the Chambers Guide are based on client feedback and examples of work carried out by law firms.
WBD energy sector team advises on Scottish energy acquisition
22 Oct 2020
Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has advised waste management and recycling company Augean plc on its acquisition of the EcoCentre in Peterhead from US oil services firm Halliburton.
Telecoms case update: EE Limited & Hutchison 3G UK Limited v Duncan & Others
19 Oct 2020
The Lands Tribunal for Scotland recently heard legal arguments in nine applications by EE Limited and Hutchison 3G UK Limited (“the operators”) under para 33 of the Electronic Communications Code (Schedule 3A to the Communications Act 2003) (“the Code”). The Tribunal has since issued its decision on the legal issues that were debated at the hearing (EE Limited & Hutchison 3G UK Limited v Duncan & Others). This is the first decision issued by either the Lands Tribunal for Scotland or the Upper Tribunal under paras 33 and 34 of the Code.
Swift & Carpenter – what does it mean in practice?
16 Oct 2020
The Court of Appeal last week handed down its decision in Swift v Carpenter [2020] EWCA Civ 1295. The issue at stake was the valuing of claims for damages where an injured claimant is obliged to purchase alternative accommodation as a consequence of the injuries suffered. The scope for such an award arises in any claim for long term disability where mobility is affected. Insurers will need to re-assess their approach to such claims and what follows is some practical guidance on the implications of the judgment and we set out the methodology for calculating awards for special accommodation going forwards.
WBD recognised by the Financial Times as one of Europe's most innovative law firms
15 Oct 2020
Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has once again been ranked in the FT Innovative Lawyers report 2020. The report is a unique analysis of the legal industry and is compiled through interviews, extensive research and robust client, independent and expert references.
WBD advises on the sale of iconic North East business Matfen Hall hotel
14 Oct 2020
WBD has advised the Blackett family, shareholders of the iconic Matfen Hall Hotel, on the sale of the company to hospitality business Walwick Estate Group.
Negative interest rates – pay day for borrowers?
13 Oct 2020
The Bank of England has written to UK banks to ask if they would be ready if interest rates were cut to zero or turned negative. Back in March, the Bank of England reduced its Base Rate to 0.1%, its lowest ever level, in order to help reduce borrowing costs as COVID-19 tightened its grip on the UK economy. In May, the Governor of the Bank of England paved the way for negative interest rates and lenders began contingency planning for this. But does that mean borrowers will soon receive interest on what they've borrowed? The answer might not be what you'd expect…
WBD praised for sustainability initiatives at the Planet Mark Awards
12 Oct 2020
Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has been nominated for the Best Company award at the upcoming Planet Mark Awards 2020. The awards celebrate the work that members carry out in their various organisations and communities.
