Are you up to date on this week’s commercial news? The new Starbucks CEO is facing backlash over his use of the company jet, Rachel Reeves faces pressure to end the two-child benefit, trade unions are pushing for the government to compensate for a decade of pay cuts, and oil and gas firms have expressed concern about plans to increase windfall taxes. Read on to discover more.

A new prime minister, a new Formula 1 team, a new owner of Twitter and much more; it's been an eventful week with lots of information to digest. This commercial news round-up touches on British politics, technology, Kanye West controversy and other recent developments we felt were worthy of your radar. 

In this week’s commercial news round-up, we examine British Gas’ reported earnings and the Federal Reserve’s concerns regarding President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs. Meanwhile, UK inflation has hit a 10-month high and unions are calling for investment into steel works to aid the transition to cleaner energy. Read on to find out more!

Top up your commercial awareness with our weekly round-ups of interesting news from the business and legal worlds. As the UK’s Brexit transition period draws to a close, it’s important to stay updated with news surrounding trade talks and consider the effects of the outcome (whatever that might be) on law firms as businesses and their clients.

Leftover covid rules allow pubs to serve takeaway pints (but not for much longer), Trump’s in legal trouble yet again and M&A is booming. Plus, is Barbie the reason behind a potential new addition to the stock market? All this and the latest football news in this week’s commercial news round-up. 

What key skill do all firms want to see in their future lawyers? That’s right: commercial awareness. Building your commercial awareness will be a lot easier if you’re reading and keeping on top of an issue that you’re genuinely interested in. Get started now…

We are all disappointed to be starting the first month of a fresh new year with a third lockdown. The government’s guidance does, however, allow us to venture out once a day to complete one form of exercise. In this blog, I want to highlight some of the ways you can make the most of this daily break outside and, at the same time, continue rocking your legal journey! 

Scotland has created a reform bill that suggests amends to the Gender Recognition Act 2004 (GRA), which allowed trans men and women in the UK to change the sex listed on their birth certificates to reflect their lived identity.

This year I’m going into my final and ‘most important’ year of university. Previously, I’ve discussed the third-year content I’ll be covering and some preparation tips for approaching the next year of your degree. However, I also thought it’d be beneficial to share my thoughts and feelings approaching the beginning of term.

Why is planning so important in contract negotiations?

One commonly overlooked aspect of university is the additional opportunities offered to students, including regional and national level competitions. These are a key aspect of networking within the law and are an excellent way to help you stand out through your CV.

I start my training contract in September and was wondering how I can make a positive impression and stand out from the crowd. Also, what should I aim to achieve in each seat?

The BBC has a new chair, new measures to tackle migration have been released and they’re going to hit women the hardest, and one in five British councils are at risk of bankruptcy. Plus, do you have candles and battery-powered torches at home? If not, the deputy prime minister says it’s important that you stock up to prepare for possible emergencies. Read on for this week’s commercial news.  

Companies around the world have taken a hit following the outbreak of covid-19 last year. But what aspects of the pandemic impacted these companies? What can they do to facilitate their recovery? And what might they need to prepare for going forward? These are all questions you can be asking yourself to help you think more commercially. Read this week’s commercial round-up below and then start analysing one of the stories in more depth.

With training contract application deadlines looming over the next two months, it’s crucial that you stay up to date with the latest developments affecting the business and legal worlds.

Can a business prevent online purchases by consumers in other EEA member states?

On Thursday 14 March 2019, the annual LawCareers.Net Student Law Society Awards, sponsored by Norton Rose Fulbright, brought together students, recruiters, partners and trainees with the LawCareers.Net team at Painters’ Hall in London.

Commercial awareness isn’t just about reading the news. It’s about picking out a story that is interesting to you, whether that’s an acquisition, a business merger or perhaps a restructuring, and following it through from start to finish. Pick the story apart and analyse it – understanding why two businesses have merged, for example, is crucial to your commercial acumen. 

Despite being described as one of the best justice systems in the world, which strives for integrity and equality, the UK’s criminal justice system has flaws and miscarriages of justice still occur.

If you’re starting out with a career in law, it’s likely that you’ll be looking for your first role. Typically, temporary paralegal positions are a great way to start.