The metaverse has been a burgeoning concept arguably since the dawn of the digital age itself.

Can lower paid, majority female staff in supermarkets compare themselves to higher paid, majority male staff in distribution centres for the purposes of an equal pay claim?

Are energy-inefficient commercial properties at imminent risk of downgraded valuation?

On the 24 February, the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 was enacted, marking a significant moment in the UK’s journey in tackling water pollution and holding water companies accountable.

What’s the likely impact of the changes to agricultural property relief and business property relief that were announced in the autumn 2024 budget?

For aspiring lawyers, building a robust professional network isn’t just beneficial – it's essential.

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Are you up to date with this week’s commercial news? NatWest announces its purchase of Sainsbury’s Bank, Just Stop Oil targets Taylor Swift and Stonehenge, economists predict that interest rates will hold and Amazon’s Coventry warehouse takes steps towards unionisation. Read this week’s commercial news round-up to find out more. 

Acing a vacation scheme application comes with time, effort and a lot of research. A number of firms have deadline approaching, so now is the time to perfect your application strategy.

Jolie Lam offers valuable insights on the type of work candidates can expect at Clyde & Co and offers advice on the key skills law firms look for in applicants.

This summer’s sporting excitement is set to kick off with the World Cup 2023 but will Sarina Wiegman repeat England’s success in Europe on a global stage? Plus, streaming services have been warned against the dangers of AI. Grab a notebook and get ready to boost your commercial awareness. 

What do general counsels look for in their lawyers?

Meta is close to resolving a major social media blackout that affected thousands of users and the UK rental market continues to see soaring prices. Meanwhile, in Scotland, First Minister John Swinney has been lobbying President-elect Donald Trump to exclude Scottish whisky from proposed US tariffs, while Elon Musk's electric car company Tesla has been pushing the UK government to increase costs for petrol car drivers. Read on for details of this week’s highlights.

I used to get slightly irritated at the mention of commercial awareness. To me, it seemed like an esoteric buzzword, reserved only for those who had been strategically attentive to the trends and updates of different business industries over the years.

What is commonhold, and will this become a more popular choice for property ownership?

What is the business case for international secondments?

As an academic society with a focus on career development, we hosted various events at the start of the academic year dedicated to introducing first-year students to the world of legal careers. This year, we were proud to win the award for ‘Best society for first-year students’, sponsored by Weightmans LLP.

After at least a year of fear-inducing headlines about the demise of the profession thanks to the advent of AI, particularly large language models, such as ChatGPT, cracks have begun to show – highlighting that lawyers and high levels of legal expertise are unlikely to be made redundant anytime soon.

What’s the role of a transactional lawyer?

Calum Smith shares his journey into law and advice for aspiring barristers, as well as outlining how he manages his workload.