Clik here to view.
Growth deal brings welcome boost to Cornish economy
The announcement of the new £200 million “Growth Deal” for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly is fantastic news for the county. Designed to support key industries including marine renewable energy the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Local firms advise on Rick Stein’s Porthleven deal
Porthleven, on the South Coast of Cornwall, is soon to be home to a new Rick Stein restaurant and several Cornish firms have advised on the deal, including Scott Burridge Commercial and leading local...
View ArticleThe Chancellor’s Autumn statement
Ahead of next year’s general election, the Autumn statement was always going to act as a platform to celebrate the achievements of the government since the last election. Similarly it was always going...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Stephens Scown partners with Crowdfunder in landmark deal for professional...
Stephens Scown has partnered with Crowdfunder to become a sponsor of Crowdfunder Local in the South West covering the Crowdfund Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset regions. Crowdfunder’s MD Phil...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Visit Cornwall CIC celebrates successful first month with ‘thank you’ event
The newly formed Visit Cornwall Community Interest Company (CIC) has marked its successful launch, and first month of operating, with a Cornish Cream Tea celebration. Attended by friends and supporters...
View ArticleAcquisitions and disposals of businesses: an overview
This guide sets out some of the issues that are likely to be encountered during the course of the negotiations leading up to and following completion of an acquisition or disposal of a business....
View ArticleLeading SW law firm advises on major postal delivery deal
A leading South West law firm has advised on a major deal to create the fourth largest postal delivery company in the UK. Stephens Scown LLP’s corporate team acted for Steve Stokes in his management...
View ArticleEffect of disclaimer of responsibility to third parties
In the recent case of Barclays Bank Plc v Grant Thornton LLP [2015], the court considered an application for summary judgment and strike out of a claim against auditors. The key issue related to the...
View ArticleExposing corporate ownership – register for People with Significant Control...
Clarity of corporate ownership has become an issue that has been targeted at the G20 summits in recent years, with Sir Richard Branson and Arianna Huffington, amongst others, writing open letters to...
View ArticleClik here to view.
E-food – the impact of the Consumer Rights Directive
The internet has transformed the way we buy and sell goods, particularly when it comes to the food and drink industry. E-commerce represents a significant proportion of the retail market, with a...
View Article