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KANGS recently assisted in the successful conclusion of prosecution proceedings against a company and its two directors. The proceedings were initiated following their failure to comply with a Notice of Requirement served by HMRC under the Income Tax (Pay as You Earn) Regulations 2003 and the Social Security (Contributions) Regulations 2001. In instances where HMRC […]
25/03/26
Environment Agency, Regulatory
An Environmental Permit or Licence is required if a business undertakes an activity that could pollute the air, water or land, or increase flood risk or cause other environmental impacts. Operations such as a large chicken farm, a scrap or breakers yard or a petrol station present a risk of pollution or environmental harm, which […]
23/03/26
Criminal Litigation
The Supreme Court has recently been required, in the case of Lewis-Ranwell v G4S Health Services (UK) Ltd and others [2026] UKSC2, to confront the difficult legal question of whether the doctrine of illegality can bar a civil claim in negligence where the Claimant, though responsible for the killing of three men, was found not […]
20/03/26
Tax & HMRC
VAT fraud typically arises where a business withholds VAT from HMRC by failing to declare its true VAT liability. This may involve submitting inaccurate VAT returns in order to evade VAT payments or dishonestly claim refunds. Deliberate VAT fraud can take many forms. Common examples include falsifying invoices, failing to declare sales, or participating in […]
18/03/26
Criminal Litigation, Services
Pre‑charge representation, also known as pre‑charge engagement, refers to the legal support provided to individual and corporate clients where the police are investigating an allegation, but no charge has yet been made. By way of example, our solicitors act on our clients’ behalf by engaging with the police and the Crown Prosecution Service, by submitting […]
16/03/26
Criminal Litigation, Sexual Offences
False allegations of sexual misconduct can have a serious and lasting impact for the person accused and their family, often placing considerable strain on personal relationships. They may also result in reputational damage, affecting relationships with colleagues, employment prospects and business opportunities. Matters of this nature require a careful, sensitive and considered approach. A solicitor […]
13/03/26
Services
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