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Weekender: The Downs Link The south-east’s roads are busy but there’s an excellent traffic-free alternative between Guildford and Shoreham-by-Sea. Sam Jones is your guide

🌊 Looking for a peaceful, beginner-friendly ride to the coast?
The Downs Link is a 39-mile, mostly flat trail from the Surrey Hills to Sussex, following old railway lines through woodland, farmland and open views.

📥 Plan your ride + get the GPX: cyclinguk.org/downs-link

Demystifying contractual terms for charities: Third Party Rights Wrigleys Solicitors LLP is one of the few specialist firms of solicitors that concentrate on the financial affairs, property and assets of private individuals, charities, foundations, trustees and pen...

This article explores the concept of third party rights in contracts and its implications for charities. The article also touches on recent legal developments and the importance of clear documentation to avoid unintended consequences.

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Fraudulent letters targeting charities pretending to be the Charity Commission The Charity Commission has issued an alert to charities following reports of letters being sent by fraudsters impersonating the Charity Commission.

In this article, Nick Dunn provides guidance on how to identify genuine correspondence from the Charity Commission, and offers advice on what actions to take if a charity has responded to a fraudulent communication and may be a victim of fraud.

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Hey @britishcycling.org.uk I just wanted to check if you have live coverage on YT this year of the British Cycling National Cyclocross Championships this weekend?

Our policy and public affairs team attended the UK100 parliamentary reception, discussing active travel’s role in tackling climate change with host @deirdrecostiganmp.bsky.social. The event emphasised empowering local authorities and fostering solutions for a healthier planet.

Charities making overseas grants – Charity Commission launch statutory inquiry The Charity Commission recently opened a statutory inquiry into a charity over concerns about the management & control of charitable funds sent abroad.

Charity Commission launches inquiry into overseas grants. Trustees must ensure due diligence and compliance. www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/charity... #CharityCompliance #OverseasGrants

The European city where you don't need a car because of world-class transport Helsinki has an excellent public transportation system where locals and visitors alike can benefit from effortless navigation without a car.

Umm… this is a little unexpected from the Express.

A short travel piece on Helsinki that praises the public transport & pedestrian friendly spaces. It highlights how:

“Extensive car-free zones have transformed neighbourhoods into havens of clean air and tranquility.”

The dangers of social media | Lamiroy Consulting Blog The dangers of social media for mental health, legal and criminal dangers of social media, the risks posed by misinformation, disinformation, and propaganda.

One of the most-read articles in 2024 is on the dangers of social media, https://buff.ly/4a8coGb #socialmedia #legaltech

SRA warns law firms about misleading use of 'no win, no fee' Law firms need to be careful in marketing their services as 'no win, no fee', and in how they attract clients, especially in high-volume claims work, the SRA told solicitors today.

SRA warns law firms about misleading use of ‘no win, no fee’ www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...

Have you registered for Reshaping Legal Services 2025?

Taking place on 6 March 2025, the conference will centre on rebuilding public confidence in legal services and exploring creative ways to improve access to justice.

Find out more and sign up: events.ringcentral.com/events/resha...

Can devolution spark a revolution in community ownership? The Government’s English Devolution White Paper confirms it intends to introduce a “Community Right to Buy”. We take a look at what this might deliver.

Can devolution spark a revolution in community ownership?

The Govt's White Paper includes a "Community Right to Buy." Could this empower communities?

Find out more & how we can help:

www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/charity...

#communitypower

How to showcase your AI skills to land a job in 2025 Highlighting these AI skills on your resume or LinkedIn profile and being able to discuss them confidently in interviews is essential.

Law grad looking for a job? With AI directly impacting the skills and qualifications employers are looking for, candidates who have the skills to work alongside AI and the ability to navigate evolving environments, are being prioritized in the hiring process. www.fastcompany.com/91244162/how...

5 ways AI will shape businesses in 2025 Learn more about Google Cloud’s AI predictions for businesses in 2025.

Per Google, enterprise search engines will no longer be limited to keyword-based queries. People will be able to use conversational prompts to quickly access and use internal data. Legal blogs will become more valuable.
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🏆 Meet Khadija Patel, one of Cycling UK's #100WomenInCycling 2024!

She founded Krimmz Girls Youth Club, empowering Muslim women to cycle & stay active. Thousands of women now break barriers through group rides, events & workshops.

Discover Khadija's story & many more: cyclinguk.org/100women/2024

London must do more to help women cycle Eilidh Murray explores why London must do more to help women cycle Eilidh Murray is Chair of the Board at the London Cycling Campaign. We know cycling is great for physical and mental health,...

"Less than a third of London’s cycle trips are taken by women, in stark contrast to some other European cities, where women take more than half of trips."

Eilidh Murray, @londoncycling.bsky.social trustee, writes on women's experiences of cycling in London centreforlondon.org/blog/london-...

UK Government Launches Consultation on AI and Copyright Framework - The Legal Wire The UK government has launched a consultation aimed at providing clarity for the creative industries and AI developers on how copyright-protected materials can be used in AI training. The initiative s...

UK Government Launches Consultation on AI and Copyright Framework

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#TheLegalWire #LegalAI #LegalTech

The Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act – preliminary ideas for reform A group of lawyers, co-ordinated by Wrigleys’ Malcolm Lynch, have collaborated to provide a response to the Law Commission’s consultation process.

We led a response to the Law Commission's review of Co-op & Community Benefit Society law. 250+ responses! Read more: www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/charity... #lawcommission #societies

🚲 Covering 100km a shift & attending 16,000 emergency calls a year, the London Ambulance Service’s Cycle Response Unit are a vital part of the emergency services, especially during the holidays.

🗣️ We caught up with two of their number to find out what makes them tick: lcc.org.uk/news/las-cyc...

Google’s latest AI will change the way we use the internet forever Project Mariner can already do many of our online tasks for us, writes Anthony Cuthbertson, and could soon form part of the first universal AI assistant

A fascinating article about the onward march about AI and how the internet will be used moving forward. www.independent.co.uk/tech/google-... #AI #Google

Protected Conversations Under s.111A ERA 1996: Key Insights from Employment Appeal Tribunal Decision EAT decision provides insight on the boundaries of protected conversations

Key insights from the EAT on s.111A ERA 1996: Protected conversations can be crucial but have limits. Learn more about the recent decision.

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#EmploymentLaw #HR

Group of cyclists riding past the Senedd, also known as the Welsh Parliament building, in Cardiff. The building features a distinctive sloping wooden roof.

Yesterday’s Welsh budget raises concerns for cycling.

Without clear funding for active travel, Wales risks backpedalling on climate, health & transport goals. 🌍

🚴‍♂️ Write to your MSs to urge investment: action.cyclinguk.org/page/162549/...

#ActiveTravel #WelshBudget

What's Going on at Ineos Sport? Brailsford and Ratcliffe under Fire as ‘Transition Strategy’ Claims More Casualties Than Just Pidcock Troubles at ailing soccer juggernaut Manchester United echo those of Ineos Grenadiers as ‘periods of transition’ become cycles of failure.

What’s Going on at Ineos Sport? Brailsford and Ratcliffe under Fire as ‘Transition Strategy’ Claims More Casualties Than Just Pidcock

Commentary: The troubles at ailing soccer juggernaut Manchester United echo those of Ineos Grenadiers with cycles of failure

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Accelerating AI Growth: Google’s Strategy for Clean Energy-Powered Data Centers - The Legal Wire Google has announced a pioneering collaboration with clean energy firm Intersect Power and investment giant TPG Rise Climate to tightly integrate the development of data centers with new carbon-free e...

Accelerating AI Growth: Google’s Strategy for Clean Energy-Powered Data Centers

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#TheLegalWire #LegalTech #LegalAI

How can community-led organisations get involved in the ownership of land for nature recovery? We recently hosted an online event to look at this question. Here’s a summary of the event and some of the key takeaways….

🌿 Learn from our event on community-led land ownership for nature recovery! Discover how organisations can manage land to boost biodiversity and support ecosystems. 🌱

Read more: www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/communi...

#NatureRecovery #CommunityLed #Biodiversity #Sustainability #WrigleysSolicitor

If Google Were a Ship, it Would be the Titanic (With Some Lawyers Onboard) in the Hours Before it Struck an Iceberg “If Google were a ship, it would be the Titanic in the hours before it struck an iceberg—riding high, supposedly unsinkable, and about to encounter a

A decline in Google searches caused by AI likely to effect small and medium-sized law firms focused on SEO-driven content marketing who depend heavily on Google for their marketing success. Less people searching on Google, less business. kevin.lexblog.com/2024/12/02/i...

Why Bluesky Could Be a Game-Changer for Law Firm Marketing Learn how Bluesky, the powerful traffic source, is changing the game for law firms looking to connect with clients online.

Bluesky is more than just another social media platform; it’s quickly becoming a powerful traffic source with engagement. Good summary for law firms from Good2bSocial. good2bsocial.com/why-bluesky-...

Ineos Grenadiers confirms that Tom Pidcock, two-time Olympic MTB champion and winner of Amstel Gold Race and Strade Bianche, is leaving the team. The British rider is expected to sign with the second-tier Q36.5 ProTeam for 2025.

If you missed our women's network webinar on how to report cycling incidents to the police - don't worry, we recorded it for you! 📽️

Top line: always report abuse or dangerous driving. Here's how 👇

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