Insights: Leisure and hospitality

In line with the Home Office's vision to create a modernised, digital border, the switch from physical immigration documents to eVisas has now begun.

The upcoming changes to the enforcement powers of local planning authorities, and the simplification of al fresco dining licensing represent shifts in England's urban and commercial planning landscape that developers should take note of.

Disagreements between directors and shareholders can be a major headache for any business. Whether it's clashing personalities, concerns over strategy, or allegations of wrongdoing, these disputes can quickly stall progress and damage the company's health. If you're facing such a situation, you're not alone.

Negative customer reviews are an unfortunate part of doing business for most companies. We are regularly asked to advise on dealing with disparaging, untrue (and sometimes malicious) customer reviews online, which can often have a very real impact on a business.

The Christmas period is arguably the busiest time of year for retail businesses and the extra support from temporary workers, or 'Christmas temps' can be essential to handle the increase in workload, cover absences and meet increased business demand. However, it is important that employers are aware of the employment related rights and obligations that employing a Christmas temp involves.