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Osborne Clarke partners with trailblazing UK art education project The World Reimagined
International legal practice Osborne Clarke has announced a partnership with the ground-breaking UK-wide art education project, The World Reimagined, which will see the firm sponsor two globe sculptures, one in Bristol and the other in London.
Churchill's hearse for Bristol funerals
The hearse used to carry Winston Churchill to his final resting place is to be used for Bristol funerals after being painstakingly restored.
Planning ahead when developing mixed-use premises
Landlords of mixed-use premises should engage in forward planning on the position of what are known as ‘qualifying tenants’ when it comes to eventually disposing of the property, says commercial property lawyer Sophie Bedwell.
New support for cancer charity from water company
Penny Brohn UK have begun a collaboration with Wessex Water on a Skillshare programme, supporting each other’s long-term development through shared expertise and experience.
Running up that hill makes business sense
Design and construction specialist Dan Grimshaw believes he’s discovered the antidote to workplace stress: running up mountains.
Grant for improved access on Care Farm
Hambrook-based charity Empowering Futures has secured the funding to improve disabled access around their local care farm, with the installation of new wheelchair-accessible gates and paths now able to become a reality.
Quarterly company insolvencies increase by 81% year-on-year
Following the publication today of the latest insolvency statistics by The Insolvency Service for the quarter ended 30 June 2022, Claire Burden, Partner in the Advisory Consulting team at Evelyn Partners, the wealth management and professional services group, comments.
Hoteliers urge new PM to cut VAT
Hoteliers in Bristol are urging whoever becomes the new Prime Minister to cut the rate of VAT to help their businesses survive the post-pandemic threat of soaring costs.
Bristol Memorial Woodlands hosts bereavement walks
A unique series of free nature walks that help people deal with bereavement is being launched at a woodland burial venue near Bristol.
Protecting the farm from divorce
Divorce where farms are involved often involve particular complexities which may be far more likely to arise than in non-farming cases.
Quarry Group founder tells business owners to keep their eyes on the prize
Business owners must always have an eye on their exit strategy – but gut instinct also has a crucial role to play.
Swan Hotel celebrates 600 years with stunning display
An eye-catching display of flowers, made from recycled plastic, has been installed to mark the 600th anniversary of the Swan Hotel in Wells, Somerset providing bed, board and good food for visitors to the city.
Osborne Clarke advises Gresham House on its acquisition of a renewables and battery energy storage portfolio from Canadian Solar
Bristol-based lawyers at Osborne Clarke have advised specialist alternative asset manager Gresham House on its acquisition of two fully-permitted solar and battery energy storage projects in the UK from global energy provider, Canadian Solar Inc. (“Canadian Solar”).
Government must save hospitality businesses from soaring utility bills
Unless the Government intervenes to help hospitality businesses with soaring utility bills thousands could be forced to close over the next few years.
What do employers in the South West need to know about the planned changes to strike rules?
The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) announced earlier this month that around 40,000 railway workers are set to strike tomorrow (27th July) following ongoing disputes around working conditions, job security and pay.
Poor valuation can "blight" a property
Homeowners should carefully consider the price they ask for their property when selling to avoid suffering from “valuation blight” that means their move suffers long delays, according to a property specialist in North Somerset.
Sponsored cycle on Camel Trail funds engaging kit for dementia residents
Residents of a Plymouth dementia care home will be enjoying the benefits of new interactive audio-visual technology around the home thanks to a sponsored cycle undertaken by staff and supporters.
Clarke Willmott backs findings of British Steel pensions poll
Financial litigators at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP who are seeking compensation for victims of the British Steel Pension Scheme (BSPS) mis-selling scandal have welcomed the results of a poll that says the Pension Protection Fund (PPF) should not be tasked with providing a guaranteed income for those affected.
Students bring Alveston alive with the sound of music
Marlwood School students delighted audiences with a triumphant end-of-term performance of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘The Sound of Music.’