£1.4 Million VAT Rebate had Force of Contract Tribunal Rules
In a galling decision for HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), an employment agency which was granted a VAT rebate of almost £1.4 million – allegedly in error – can keep hold of the cash after
Whistleblowers Benefit from Tribunal Test Case
In a guideline decision which will come as a comfort to workplace whistleblowers, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has ruled that the recurring issue of whether a disclosure is ‘in the public interest’ – and
Derelict River Wharf Compulsory Purchase Blocked
No one should be deprived of their private property by public authorities unless there is a compelling public interest in doing so. This point was underlined by a case in which the High Court blocked
Putting 2014/15 to bed: Notes for Employers
Although the 2014/15 tax year has come to a close, there are still some tasks that employers may need to do in order to put the year to bed. RTI reporting Under real time information
High Court Boosts Plans for 114 New Homes
In a case which involved a very modern clash between the pressing need for more new homes and the right of existing residents to enjoy reasonable peace and quiet, the High Court has boosted plans
Paid Leave for Public Office Holders – Tribunal Guidance
Employers are bound to give workers paid leave so that they can hold public office. However, a tribunal has questioned whether it was right for a city mayor to be paid as a school mentor
Delay Stymies €7.3 Million Debt Appeal
Legal action is almost always subject to strict time limits and failure to seek prompt professional advice can have catastrophic consequences. In one case, a woman’s hopes of challenging a €7.3 million debt claim against
Need for New Homes Important – But Not Always Decisive
The ever increasing need for more homes in and around London is a vital factor in hundreds of planning decisions – but it is not necessarily decisive. This point was made by the High Court’s
Hit Movie Producers Triumph in Contract Dispute
Following a David and Goliath struggle, the producers of a hit movie have won the right to damages after the High Court found that they understandably took the view that their contractual rights had been
Pole Dancing Company Must Pay for Employee’s Stupidity
Rivalry in business is in the public interest, but can go too far, as one pole dancing accessory company found out to its cost after an employee unwisely registered a tranche of Internet domain names