Author: Scott Dylan

Businesses are facing significant challenges in retaining and attracting employees due to a lack of clear brand values and company purpose.A study by Berkeley Communications highlights that 75% of employees view company purpose as crucial for their current or future employers.Misleading communication from companies is a concern, with 20% of employees critiquing vague job descriptions.Around 50% of employees are contemplating job changes, underscoring the urgency for businesses to address internal brand clarity.Generational shifts show differing loyalties, with younger workers feeling less aligned with employer values compared to older generations.Businesses are increasingly at risk of losing valuable talent if they fail…

A comprehensive report highlights the impact of various professions on exercise habits.Hair and beauty professionals report the highest barriers to exercising due to long hours.Sedentary roles in accounting and IT surprisingly show high exercise engagement.Retail employees often skip exercise due to physical job demands and fatigue.Regular exercise is crucial for overall mental and physical well-being, experts say.A new report sheds light on how different professions impact individuals’ ability to exercise, with over 50% of workers across all sectors acknowledging that work adversely affects their fitness routines. Particularly, hair and beauty professionals highlight extreme challenges, with 90% indicating their job significantly…

2024 is a pivotal year for professionals contemplating a transition into the tech industry, driven by significant technological advancements and market demands.Tech advancements like AI, blockchain, and IoT are not just emerging but are now integral to industries, creating vast opportunities.The demand for tech talent surpasses current supply, paving substantial opportunities for career entrants and those transitioning.Remote work has dismantled geographical constraints, broadening the horizon for job seekers across the globe.Coding has cemented itself as a requisite skill, with coding boot camps offering accessible pathways to acquire this expertise.The advancement in technologies, with artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of…

Coole Bevis LLP has taken significant steps to boost their national residential leasehold department.Adam Davis joins as a partner in December 2023, bringing extensive experience in leasehold enfranchisement.Anna Davis follows, becoming a solicitor in January 2024 after completing her training contract.Both appointments add to an established team led by Jonathan Everett, an expert with over 25 years of experience.The firm aims to offer enhanced services in leasehold enfranchisement and disputes.Coole Bevis LLP has made strategic appointments to enhance its national residential leasehold department. Adam Davis, having joined in December 2023 as a partner, is a noteworthy addition. Bringing a wealth…

Torque Law, a specialist firm in York, is accelerating its growth with strategic appointments.New associate solicitor, Laura Gillhespy, brings five years’ experience from Pinsent Masons.Emma Egerton-Jones steps into a client development lead role, reinforcing client-centred services.The firm emphasises maintaining high standards amidst expansion with proactive strategies.Recent appointments highlight Torque Law’s commitment to flexibility and work-life balance.Torque Law, an esteemed employment law firm located in York, is making significant strides in its development by welcoming new team members and expanding its operational space. This growth is marked by strategic moves to bolster the firm’s capabilities while ensuring continued high-quality client service.A…

Clarion continues its strategic expansion with key appointments in its finance team.Gresa Bakolli joins Clarion as an associate solicitor, bringing experience in various finance sectors.Andrew Curtis is promoted to legal director, enhancing the firm’s expertise.Clarion’s finance team completed transactions worth over £950m in 2023.The firm is committed to developing its team to match client growth.Clarion is strategically expanding its finance team with significant new appointments and promotions. Gresa Bakolli, trained at a renowned international law firm, joins as an associate solicitor. Her expertise spans UK clearing banks and corporate transactions involving debt, development, real estate, and acquisition finance.In addition to…

Family Mediation Week encourages peaceful resolutions for separating couples in the UK.The initiative highlights increased relationship breakdowns post-Christmas.Sarah Manning endorses mediation for collaborative decision-making.Awareness raised about children’s needs during family separations.Educational materials distributed to assist teachers and families.This year’s Family Mediation Week, running from 22nd to 26th January, seeks to transform how separating parents manage post-relationship arrangements. As the festive season concludes, many families face heightened tensions, often resulting in a surge of separations.Sarah Manning, chair of Family Mediation Week, emphasises the importance of mediation as a constructive alternative to courtroom disputes. She advocates for separating couples to engage in…

Lewis Silkin is advancing its presence in the north of England with strategic appointments.The firm appoints Aaron Trebble as Legal Director, specialising in intellectual property.Aaron brings extensive litigation experience from his tenure at DLA Piper to Lewis Silkin.This expansion bolsters the IP360 service, benefiting technology and creative sectors.Momentum in Leeds follows successful initiatives led by partner Laura Harper.Lewis Silkin, a prominent law firm, has announced a significant step in its strategic expansion within the north of England. The firm has appointed Aaron Trebble as a Legal Director, focusing on enhancing its intellectual property capabilities in Leeds. Aaron joins from DLA…

Lupton Fawcett has been acknowledged by The Legal 500 UK for its outstanding legal services, securing high rankings across 12 practice areas. This accolade reinforces its status as a regional legal powerhouse.The firm’s corporate and commercial team is noted for its expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and healthcare sector presence.Lupton Fawcett’s regulatory team excels in criminal and corporate defence, benefiting both corporate and private clients.The award-winning employment team is recognised for its specialisation in sectors like construction and education.Individual solicitors, Meghan Waldron and Tom Watkins, are highlighted for their significant contributions.Lupton Fawcett has received notable recognition in the latest edition of…

Holden Smith, a prominent law firm in West Yorkshire, has pledged its support to The Principle Trust Children’s Charity, enhancing the charity’s capacity to aid families in need.The Principle Trust provides vital respite breaks to underprivileged and disadvantaged children in Yorkshire, making a significant impact since its inception.Holden Smith has showcased rapid growth since 2019 and is set to achieve a notable turnover by the end of the financial year, reflecting their dynamic presence.The partnership aligns with the charity’s strategic goals, broadening services across Yorkshire, as suggested by founder Mike Davies, MBE.Holden Smith joins an important initiative tackling food poverty,…