05/19/2015

Harper Macleod to expand Scottish footprint

HARPER Macleod has revealed plans to extend its geographical footprint in Scotland after the law firm boosted profits by 7.5 per cent to nearly £8 million in its latest financial year.

05/19/2015

Changes will dilute Whistleblower Act

The amendments passed in the Lok Sabha last week bars whistleblowers from tipping off the government on any information that may be construed as being related to national security and falls under the Official Secrets Act.

05/15/2015

Law firm warns on Mifid II adviser challenges

Under discussion was whether a more modest European definition of ‘independent’ advice is “practically different” to the FCA’s own standard and how charges and costs should be disclosed to retail customers.