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We have advised the Management team of Dext, a global provider of accountancy, education management, HR, and payroll solutions, in connection with the sale by Hg Capital and its affiliated investment funds and Insight Partners (a minority shareholder) of Dext to IRIS Software Group. Read more about this here: 

We are pleased to share that we have advised FIGR Ventures on its first significant investment into TRUSS - an AI-powered sustainable fashion start-up. FIGR Ventures is a new investment fund committed to investing in early-stage, mission-driven consumer businesses. The investment marks the beginning of FIGR's ambitious plans to build a diverse investment portfolio of socially and environmentally responsible businesses. TRUSS uses AI to provide detailed product information to streamline fashion retail. The technology helps automate the sale of second-hand clothes, providing sellers with suggested pricing, product recommendations, and an enhanced customer experience. Foot Anstey Partner Adam McKenna and Senior Associate Bethany Donnelly advised on the deal. Read our press release to find out more: https://loom.ly/-8vCeEo

Catch up on the latest in employment, pensions, and workplace insights, with our employment bulletin: 🤔What changes should employers prepare for in the New Year? Read our summary for the upcoming changes, including stricter rules on fire and rehire practices, potential extensions to tribunal claim timeframes, and new neonatal leave entitlements for parents of hospitalised newborns: https://loom.ly/qrgEnXs 💼Employment judgments An indirect sex discrimination case has come before the Employment Appeal Tribunal highlighting the importance of fair workplace policies: https://loom.ly/1JqEnRY 💡Pensions update This month’s news includes updated employer covenant guidance, a £5.2m repayment order for dishonest trustees, the Pensions Regulator and EastEnders partnering to spotlight pension scams, and a notable maladministration case ruling: https://loom.ly/fZ60LtY 🔎Changes to Section 19A of the Equality Act Our article breaks down what the changes mean and outlines the practical steps employers should take to mitigate risks: https://loom.ly/OKDRnKs 🌍Changes to business immigration in 2025 Employers will need to prepare to navigate UK immigration changes in 2025. We discuss the shift to eVisas, new travel requirements under the ETA scheme, increased enforcement actions, and stricter penalties for visa breaches: https://loom.ly/BVq-mgs

We’re thrilled to announce we’ve hit our £10,000 fundraising target for the YHA (England & Wales)! 🎉 This incredible milestone brings us closer to our firm goal of £50,000 - helping 250 young people from disadvantaged backgrounds experience life-changing adventures via the YHA Breaks Programme. A huge well done and thank you to everyone who has supported and donated! 🙌 Find out more: https://loom.ly/D1T9lY8

Marketing and advertising professionals: keep up with the latest news and regulatory updates with Market Matters – our must-read roundup of last month’s key advertising insights. Learn the key takeaways from recent Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) rulings. This month look out for: 🔎Unsubstantiated claims: Ensure your product claims are always backed by evidence. 👀"Free" promotions: Offering a freebie? Make sure your promotional offers aren't misleading and there aren't any hidden costs. 🌿Environmental claims: Any sustainability claims made in ads must be crystal-clear and supported by accurate data. In the news – look ahead to upcoming changes which could impact your marketing: 🤳Influencer transparency: New tools and guidance have been released to help ensure influencer ads on social media are clearly disclosed. 📞Mid-contract price rises: Updated rules on telecom pricing mean mid-contract price rises must now be clearly disclosed in ads. 🛒Loyalty schemes: The Competition Marketing Authority has been investigating supermarket loyalty schemes, finding that 92% of products offered genuine savings. Read the full story behind these headlines in this month’s Marketing Matters: https://loom.ly/eZCbv84

👀 Read our most popular Legacy Times articles of 2024! As the year comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to share the legacy insights which have resonated most with our Legacy Times readers. We recommend these reads not only because they were popular but because they address some of the most topical and challenging issues, we're seeing in the legacy sector today. Here are our top five most-read legacy articles from the past year: 1️⃣A guide to pecuniary legacies and statutory interest: https://loom.ly/NESLjMo 2️⃣Specific gifts – who pays the costs?: https://loom.ly/jtUDHAo 3️⃣Assessing testamentary capacity: lessons from Leonard v Leonard: https://loom.ly/vUVJx1U 4️⃣Can a solicitor receive a gift from their client’s will? Considerations for a charity beneficiary: https://loom.ly/gzVhL0A 5️⃣The R185E and maximising estate income for charities:https://loom.ly/0jHgIuM The Legacy Times is our dedicated newsletter for legacy and charity professionals. Sign up here to receive the mailing straight to your inbox each month: https://loom.ly/oMTG-OU

We’re pleased to share that we've been featured in the Legal 500 UK Green Guide 2025! We're proud to be… ✅ Driving innovation in solar, wind, and energy storage projects, powering thousands of homes and businesses with renewable energy. 🌍 Collaborating with visionary clients like The Wave, Elmya Energy and Celtic Sea Power to push the boundaries of sustainable energy. 🤝 Strengthening our commitment to responsible business with the appointment of Bola Gibson as Executive Director of Responsible Business. 💡 Leading industry conversations on clean energy and sustainability through thought leadership and partnerships with organisations like The Chancery Lane Project. We’re excited to continue helping shape a greener future! 💚 Read more about our feature here: https://loom.ly/36qfLHM

🎙️ New Power of Good podcast episode! Join Anna Phillips and Marina Leigh as they chat with Emma Facey (TEP) from our Charities team and Sophie Hartley of Young Lives vs Cancer. They dive into what motivates community fundraisers and how personal stories ignite action and support for vital charitable work. Sophie also shares her own brave and heartwarming story behind why she got into community fundraising and how Young Lives vs Cancer supports cancer sufferers and their loved ones. We explore: ✨ What drives someone to become a community fundraiser? ✨ The role and its unique challenges. ✨ The powerful impact of personal stories on supporters. 🔗 Tune in now: https://loom.ly/l0XEkdE Please note: This episode discusses experiences of child cancer sufferers, which some listeners may find upsetting.

From all of us here at Foot Anstey, we'd like to wish our clients, colleagues and connections a very Merry Christmas and all the best for 2025!

Yesterday, we rolled out the red carpet to celebrate our shining stars at this year's Employee Awards Ceremony! 🌟 🎉 Live streaming to our offices with others watching virtually from home, we took the time to give a big round of applause to our amazing colleagues who have gone above and beyond. Well done to all our runners up and winners, as well as to everyone who received a nomination.