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Andy Bell
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Legal marketing, cyclist, coffee lover and Asperger's sufferer.🚴🚴🚴 ☕☕☕☕
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🌊 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
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
cyclinguk.org
March 26, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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.

www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/charity...
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...
www.wrigleys.co.uk
March 26, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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.

www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/charity...
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.
www.wrigleys.co.uk
March 26, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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?
January 7, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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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.
December 20, 2024 at 10:32 AM
Charity Commission launches inquiry into overseas grants. Trustees must ensure due diligence and compliance. www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/charity... #CharityCompliance #OverseasGrants
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.
www.wrigleys.co.uk
December 20, 2024 at 3:10 PM
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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 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.
www.express.co.uk
December 18, 2024 at 9:21 PM
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One of the most-read articles in 2024 is on the dangers of social media, https://buff.ly/4a8coGb #socialmedia #legaltech
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.
buff.ly
December 19, 2024 at 6:53 AM
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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...
December 19, 2024 at 10:54 AM
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
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.
www.wrigleys.co.uk
December 19, 2024 at 5:41 PM
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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...
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.
www.fastcompany.com
December 17, 2024 at 9:03 PM
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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.
blog.google/products/goo...
5 ways AI will shape businesses in 2025
Learn more about Google Cloud’s AI predictions for businesses in 2025.
blog.google
December 17, 2024 at 9:10 PM
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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
December 18, 2024 at 9:51 AM
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"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-...
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,...
centreforlondon.org
December 17, 2024 at 1:22 PM
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
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.
www.wrigleys.co.uk
December 17, 2024 at 4:39 PM
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🚲 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...
December 13, 2024 at 2:29 PM
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
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
www.independent.co.uk
December 13, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Key insights from the EAT on s.111A ERA 1996: Protected conversations can be crucial but have limits. Learn more about the recent decision.

www.wrigleys.co.uk/news/employm...

#EmploymentLaw #HR
Protected Conversations Under s.111A ERA 1996: Key Insights from Employment Appeal Tribunal Decision
EAT decision provides insight on the boundaries of protected conversations
www.wrigleys.co.uk
December 12, 2024 at 11:26 AM
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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
December 11, 2024 at 9:23 AM
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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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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.
velo.outsideonline.com
December 11, 2024 at 11:29 AM
🌿 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
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….
www.wrigleys.co.uk
December 11, 2024 at 1:19 PM