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A new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, including harassment by third parties, came into force on 26 October 2024. In this Law-Now, we explore the new duty, explain the supporting guidance, and consider some practical steps to help construction employers adopt new preventative practices. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dzzm7yzy Authors: Catriona Aldridge, Richard Brown, Aileen Brown, Adrian Bell, Zosia Zakrzewska. #CMSlaw #employment #workplace #sexualharassment #construction #employer

Shareholder activism can take many forms, from stories in the press over investors seeking company board changes, to court action. Those situations often evolve over a period of weeks or months before they reach the press, and many activist demands are resolved quietly behind closed doors.   This Risk Essentials webinar will look at what you need to know if a shareholder starts making demands of your company, whether listed or unlisted, and what you can and should do in those circumstances. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eyxA-R3P Speakers: Geraldine Ryan, Alasdair Steele #CMSlaw #disputes #risk #litigation #shareholderactivism

Join us for the third of four conferences we are holding on the lifecycle of an Energy from Waste Project taking place on Thursday 23 January 2025. The previous conferences have covered a wide-range of issues. “The Republic” conference will develop these themes further to consider the key operational challenges currently facing Energy from Waste Projects and over the next decade. Find out more and register to attend: https://lnkd.in/ecua9gtU #CMSlaw #energy #energyfromwaste #projects #operationa

Are we running out of data to train AI? AI developers are grappling with major challenges in obtaining the high-quality data needed to enhance AI models further. The industry is exploring potential solutions such as synthetic data, partnerships, and mergers. In this context, the data owned by businesses is becoming ever more valuable. Organisations should weigh up the benefits and risks of sharing their data with AI developers. Read more in our latest Bandwidth article: https://lnkd.in/ejbgd_Pn Joy Calder, Duncan Turner, CMS Scotland #CMSlaw #Bandwidth #data #sharing #management #privacy #IGDTA #bigdata #LLMs

Continuous improvement is often discussed but rarely implemented effectively in legal services. Capturing lessons learned and fostering a growth culture can unlock efficiencies and strengthen client relationships. Legal Project Managers play a key role in this transformation, turning insights into action. Yet, many benefits of continuous improvement are still overlooked. What do you think is the most underrated benefit of continuous improvement in legal services? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments. Want to learn more about how Legal Project Managers drive change? Read our article: https://lnkd.in/eNTW_BJj #CMSlaw #LegalProjectManagers #ProjectManagement #ContinuousImprovement #LegalInnovation #Methodology #LegalServices

In this episode of Talking to #LeadHers, CMS Partner Katie Nagy de Nagybaczon speaks to Izzy Obeng , the Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Foundervine, one of the largest and most active accelerator ecosystems in the UK. They discuss Izzy’s journey from being a management consultant to co-founder of a start-up accelerator programme, and her insights into the secret of being a successful founder. They also talk about the importance of creating a space to connect with others and building a network that will root for you, and how Foundervine’s research holds stakeholders of the entrepreneur ecosystem accountable to removing the unconscious biases towards female founders as highlighted in the Rose Review. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/d58Rz3Cm #CMSlaw #founder #femalefounder #accelerator #startup #unconsciousbias #entrepreneur #leadership

On 4 December 2024 the Government launched a consultation on reforms to the energy performance of buildings regime, covering a range of topics.   This is an opportunity for the property industry to give its views on reform of the legislative position on the energy performance of buildings. The period for responding to the consultation ends on 26 February 2025.     Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eShxdhpr   Key contacts: Warren Gordon, Anna Ralston-Crane, Michael Cox, Olivia Jamison #CMSlaw #Energyperformance #Consultation #Reform

The latest episode of Talking to #LeadHers, Catriona Aldridge, CMS Partner, speaks to Bryony Williams, Founder of The Glass Female. They dive into important topics, such as breaking the proverbial glass ceiling and recognising the value of conventionally masculine and feminine traits in the workplace. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eVcprCd3 #CMSlaw #glassceiling #femalefounder #diversity #communication #wellbeing

Last chance to join us for our Media Update Morning, taking place tomorrow at our CMS London Office. We will cover a range of key topics, including: ➡ Media Law Update ➡ Film and TV tax credit regime ➡ The busy world of advertising regulation ➡ The threat from patent licensing programs on the media sector ➡ Liability quiz Find out more and register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/e7tKuspz Hear from our CMS experts: Sam Oustayiannis, Victoria Gaskell, John Enser, Caitlin Heard, Laurence Kalman, Stuart Helmer, Eliza Cohen, Alexander Bouchier, Laurel O'Dell. #CMSlaw #Media #MediaAct #MediaUpdate #Film #TV #Advertising #Technology