Keeping your business compliant online: terms of use and the Online Safety Act 2023
When your business has an online presence, it is advisable to adopt website terms of use (often referred to as website terms and conditions) to effectively protect both your website users and your business. While it is not a general legal requirement to display terms of use on business websites – although it is good practice – the Online Safety
The articles of association: why are they important and what should be included?
The articles of association – or simply the articles – is a fundamental constitutional document for companies that are incorporated and registered in England and Wales which is required under the Companies Act 2006. The articles establish the core corporate governance rules which regulate the company’s internal affairs, including the appointment and removal of directors, issue and transfer of shares,
Data protection: legislative frameworks and key principles
Data has become one of the most valuable resources in today's society, and users are becoming more careful about the sort of data that they [glossary_exclude]share[/glossary_exclude], as well as how and why their data is used. It is now a legal requirement that all businesses that handle personal data – with or without an online presence – provide privacy information to
Cookies policy
Working alongside website terms of use and a privacy policy, a cookies policy sets out information about the use of cookies on your website. Although you are not legally required to have a dedicated cookies policy, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) suggests that it is best – and common – practice. Having a cookies policy in place ensures compliance with
Leaver provisions: what constitutes a “good” or a “bad” leaver ?
Founders – the original shareholders of a company – are the driving force behind the company’s success as they contribute their skills and knowledge to expand the business. As the company grows, attracting new investment and talent, the [glossary_exclude]founders’[/glossary_exclude] ownership of the controlling stake in the company may not be reflective of their contribution at that new stage of development