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Attitudes to copyright in the UK must change, warns OFCOM
Research released by Ofcom has revealed that around half of copyright infringers download content illegally because it is quick, free and easy.
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Research released by Ofcom has revealed that around half of copyright infringers download content illegally because it is quick, free and easy.
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Government health minister, Anna Soubry, has said that workers eating lunch at their desks is ‘disgusting’ and they should take a full break to properly enjoy…
Will the introduction of tribunal fees stop disgruntled employees pursuing unworthy claims? It’s just one of many of the new changes to employment law coming in.
Lord Neuberger, the UK's most senior judge, recently warned that reforms introduced from April 1 - which will scrap legal aid for family matters including financial…
The dispute between Lord Sugar and his former employee hit the headlines this week as Ms English’s Claim for constructive dismissal against Lord Sugar’s company was…
The Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services team at Ernst & Young has released research revealing that nearly half of British firms are failing to vet their…