Law firm Weightmans has announced the appointment of three accomplished Partners - Leah Heatley, Theresa Carling, and Simon Little - to its team in Newcastle, marking another milestone in the firm’s ...

The Government recently introduced the Public Office (Accountability) Bill, colloquially known as the “Hillsborough Law”, with its first reading on 16 September 2025.

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Welcome to Weightmans. Our global outlook perfectly positions us to support you and your business no matter where you are based. Learn about our international capabilities. From FTSE-100 companies to ...

Non-compete clauses are a type of restrictive covenant which are often included in employment contracts. They aim to prevent employees from working for a competitor or from setting up their own rival ...

The popularity of cycling in the UK continues to rise, particularly in urban areas. Despite the increasing availability of cycle helmets and long-standing publicity as to their protective benefits, in ...

It has already been a busy start to the year for changes in immigration policy, which has been a key topic in the lead up to the election. Now with a new Labour government in power, we are expecting ...

The Government’s economic plans were trailed extensively in the media before today’s announcement, so employers were to some extent braced for impact. However, there is still lots of detail to unpack ...

If you or your business are going to operate heavy goods vehicles, or already do so, you will require an operator’s licence. In this article, we’ll explain what an operator’s licence is and answer ...