Author: Gina Payne

Companies House: Proposed Verification

Companies House may soon change the information it requires from company directors, Persons of Significant Control (PSCs), relevant legal entities and individuals making filings to the Registrar. The proposed change is linked to the anticipated Royal Assent of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill (the Bill) in spring 2023.

Claims against Lebanese banks in the UK courts – can I bring a claim?

Claims against Lebanese banks in the UK courts – can I bring a claim?   There have now been a number of successful claims against Lebanese banks in England, whereby depositors have succeeded in having their funds transferred abroad. Joseph McCormick of Branch Austin McCormick brought the first claim…

Register of Overseas Entities Owning UK Real Estate

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 (the Act) received Royal Assent on 15th March 2022, this being one of the steps towards the government’s agenda to increase transparency.  The Act introduced a new requirement for overseas entities that own/hold UK property to register the details of all beneficial…

Buying a Leasehold Property: Frequently Asked Questions Answered

Buying a Leasehold Property: Frequently Asked Questions Answered Buying a leasehold property is one way to own bricks and mortar. Most recent figures indicate that there are more than four million leasehold properties in the UK. This makes up approximately 18% of British housing stock. Whether you’re a first time…

What is the minimum salary required for a Skilled Worker?

What is the minimum salary required for a Skilled Worker? Sponsor companies approved by the Home Office and wishing to hire migrant workers must meet certain requirements including a minimum salary level offered to sponsored employees. The Home Office refer to SOC codes (Standard Occupational Classification codes) in…