The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

Must Have Book, 10 Mar 2008
This book is book is a must have for anyone who has an involvement in making claims to an Employment Tribunal. Its not exaggeration to say that this book clearly maps the steps one must take when making either a claim or an appeal (to the Employment Appeal Tribunal). I have no hesitation in giving this book my highest commendation.

Extremely informative and not dry!, 31 Oct 2007
We purchased the above book for work - I support people with mental health problems in retaining their employment - and I have found it extremely well written, clear and informative. One particular part, Whether To Bring a Claim, pages 9 to 12, is fantastically clear, balanced and perfect for our clients and my colleagues. Although we always discuss the pros and cons of bringing claims with our clients, for whom health is already vulnerable, this book has explained it all so clearly, in a helpful, balanced and interesting way. It sounds spot on! The whole process of making a claim is explained clearly, with good case examples and is really easy to understand. For dry material, the authors manage to make it interesting, which is quite something. I read it outside of work hours - that's a first! Highly recommended. This book would be grweat for ANYONE intending to, or thinking about, raising an employment tribunal claim. Do not attempt to make a employment claim on your own without this book!



An extremely helpful and well written book, 28 Mar 2007
This is an excellent account of how to run an employment tribunal case from start to finish. It is a bible for the fledgling advocate and a useful source of reference even for the experienced practitioner as well as a 'must have' for a litigant in person. I strongly recommend this book, which contains useful precedents and practical advice for almost every scenario one may encounter in tribunal.

Excellent - A Good Insight, 08 Jan 2007
Whereas most texts focus on the substantive law, Naomi Cunningham seeks to shed light on the process and tactics of running a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

This book will be of use to both the lay person and the new practitioner. For those in the voluntary sector who assist Claimants in the Employment Tribunal, the book is illuminating and a genuine must.

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

Must Have Book, 10 Mar 2008
This book is book is a must have for anyone who has an involvement in making claims to an Employment Tribunal. Its not exaggeration to say that this book clearly maps the steps one must take when making either a claim or an appeal (to the Employment Appeal Tribunal). I have no hesitation in giving this book my highest commendation.

Extremely informative and not dry!, 31 Oct 2007
We purchased the above book for work - I support people with mental health problems in retaining their employment - and I have found it extremely well written, clear and informative. One particular part, Whether To Bring a Claim, pages 9 to 12, is fantastically clear, balanced and perfect for our clients and my colleagues. Although we always discuss the pros and cons of bringing claims with our clients, for whom health is already vulnerable, this book has explained it all so clearly, in a helpful, balanced and interesting way. It sounds spot on! The whole process of making a claim is explained clearly, with good case examples and is really easy to understand. For dry material, the authors manage to make it interesting, which is quite something. I read it outside of work hours - that's a first! Highly recommended. This book would be grweat for ANYONE intending to, or thinking about, raising an employment tribunal claim. Do not attempt to make a employment claim on your own without this book!



An extremely helpful and well written book, 28 Mar 2007
This is an excellent account of how to run an employment tribunal case from start to finish. It is a bible for the fledgling advocate and a useful source of reference even for the experienced practitioner as well as a 'must have' for a litigant in person. I strongly recommend this book, which contains useful precedents and practical advice for almost every scenario one may encounter in tribunal.

Excellent - A Good Insight, 08 Jan 2007
Whereas most texts focus on the substantive law, Naomi Cunningham seeks to shed light on the process and tactics of running a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

This book will be of use to both the lay person and the new practitioner. For those in the voluntary sector who assist Claimants in the Employment Tribunal, the book is illuminating and a genuine must.

Excellent and handy, 11 Mar 2007
Very well written, a lot of useful information, explains all you would like to know about all these details. I wasn't aware of all these things you should know when you run a limited company until I read this book. It is rather not a detailed guide to your paper work or documents you would need to write. It is more like a reference manual to different aspects of the organization. If you need to know some details about secretaries, shares, owners, board of directors, etc, you jast open the book and it is there.

A good primer for fulfilling company secretary obligations, 09 Feb 2002
Having used this book for over a year now I have found it an accessible text for provision of legal obligations when setting up and running a limited company in the UK. The book lends itself to the typical scenario where one individual fulfils the role of company secretary, accountant and managing director. It has a good index, and has proved particularly useful with (1) holding and minuting official company meetings; (2) Basic company accounts preparation. However, it does not pretend to be an accounting book, and it is recommended that the purchaser also acquire a text on basic company book-keeping - do these yourself and minimise unavoidable accounting fees!

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

Must Have Book, 10 Mar 2008
This book is book is a must have for anyone who has an involvement in making claims to an Employment Tribunal. Its not exaggeration to say that this book clearly maps the steps one must take when making either a claim or an appeal (to the Employment Appeal Tribunal). I have no hesitation in giving this book my highest commendation.

Extremely informative and not dry!, 31 Oct 2007
We purchased the above book for work - I support people with mental health problems in retaining their employment - and I have found it extremely well written, clear and informative. One particular part, Whether To Bring a Claim, pages 9 to 12, is fantastically clear, balanced and perfect for our clients and my colleagues. Although we always discuss the pros and cons of bringing claims with our clients, for whom health is already vulnerable, this book has explained it all so clearly, in a helpful, balanced and interesting way. It sounds spot on! The whole process of making a claim is explained clearly, with good case examples and is really easy to understand. For dry material, the authors manage to make it interesting, which is quite something. I read it outside of work hours - that's a first! Highly recommended. This book would be grweat for ANYONE intending to, or thinking about, raising an employment tribunal claim. Do not attempt to make a employment claim on your own without this book!



An extremely helpful and well written book, 28 Mar 2007
This is an excellent account of how to run an employment tribunal case from start to finish. It is a bible for the fledgling advocate and a useful source of reference even for the experienced practitioner as well as a 'must have' for a litigant in person. I strongly recommend this book, which contains useful precedents and practical advice for almost every scenario one may encounter in tribunal.

Excellent - A Good Insight, 08 Jan 2007
Whereas most texts focus on the substantive law, Naomi Cunningham seeks to shed light on the process and tactics of running a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

This book will be of use to both the lay person and the new practitioner. For those in the voluntary sector who assist Claimants in the Employment Tribunal, the book is illuminating and a genuine must.

Excellent and handy, 11 Mar 2007
Very well written, a lot of useful information, explains all you would like to know about all these details. I wasn't aware of all these things you should know when you run a limited company until I read this book. It is rather not a detailed guide to your paper work or documents you would need to write. It is more like a reference manual to different aspects of the organization. If you need to know some details about secretaries, shares, owners, board of directors, etc, you jast open the book and it is there.

A good primer for fulfilling company secretary obligations, 09 Feb 2002
Having used this book for over a year now I have found it an accessible text for provision of legal obligations when setting up and running a limited company in the UK. The book lends itself to the typical scenario where one individual fulfils the role of company secretary, accountant and managing director. It has a good index, and has proved particularly useful with (1) holding and minuting official company meetings; (2) Basic company accounts preparation. However, it does not pretend to be an accounting book, and it is recommended that the purchaser also acquire a text on basic company book-keeping - do these yourself and minimise unavoidable accounting fees!

buy this, 09 Nov 2005
a must have for anyone studying company law, an invaluable piece of kit which will help you understand the basics, well written and easy to read

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

Must Have Book, 10 Mar 2008
This book is book is a must have for anyone who has an involvement in making claims to an Employment Tribunal. Its not exaggeration to say that this book clearly maps the steps one must take when making either a claim or an appeal (to the Employment Appeal Tribunal). I have no hesitation in giving this book my highest commendation.

Extremely informative and not dry!, 31 Oct 2007
We purchased the above book for work - I support people with mental health problems in retaining their employment - and I have found it extremely well written, clear and informative. One particular part, Whether To Bring a Claim, pages 9 to 12, is fantastically clear, balanced and perfect for our clients and my colleagues. Although we always discuss the pros and cons of bringing claims with our clients, for whom health is already vulnerable, this book has explained it all so clearly, in a helpful, balanced and interesting way. It sounds spot on! The whole process of making a claim is explained clearly, with good case examples and is really easy to understand. For dry material, the authors manage to make it interesting, which is quite something. I read it outside of work hours - that's a first! Highly recommended. This book would be grweat for ANYONE intending to, or thinking about, raising an employment tribunal claim. Do not attempt to make a employment claim on your own without this book!



An extremely helpful and well written book, 28 Mar 2007
This is an excellent account of how to run an employment tribunal case from start to finish. It is a bible for the fledgling advocate and a useful source of reference even for the experienced practitioner as well as a 'must have' for a litigant in person. I strongly recommend this book, which contains useful precedents and practical advice for almost every scenario one may encounter in tribunal.

Excellent - A Good Insight, 08 Jan 2007
Whereas most texts focus on the substantive law, Naomi Cunningham seeks to shed light on the process and tactics of running a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

This book will be of use to both the lay person and the new practitioner. For those in the voluntary sector who assist Claimants in the Employment Tribunal, the book is illuminating and a genuine must.

Excellent and handy, 11 Mar 2007
Very well written, a lot of useful information, explains all you would like to know about all these details. I wasn't aware of all these things you should know when you run a limited company until I read this book. It is rather not a detailed guide to your paper work or documents you would need to write. It is more like a reference manual to different aspects of the organization. If you need to know some details about secretaries, shares, owners, board of directors, etc, you jast open the book and it is there.

A good primer for fulfilling company secretary obligations, 09 Feb 2002
Having used this book for over a year now I have found it an accessible text for provision of legal obligations when setting up and running a limited company in the UK. The book lends itself to the typical scenario where one individual fulfils the role of company secretary, accountant and managing director. It has a good index, and has proved particularly useful with (1) holding and minuting official company meetings; (2) Basic company accounts preparation. However, it does not pretend to be an accounting book, and it is recommended that the purchaser also acquire a text on basic company book-keeping - do these yourself and minimise unavoidable accounting fees!

buy this, 09 Nov 2005
a must have for anyone studying company law, an invaluable piece of kit which will help you understand the basics, well written and easy to read

One-stop Guide indeed!, 07 Apr 2008
I'm responsible for the OS&H programme at my workplace and it was a good guide for implementing the programme. Its instructions are clear and it is very easy reading and the price is a giveaway! I recommend this book to any middle manager, HR manager, safety committee member, or anyone who is interested in gaining knowledge in the area without entering the classroom.

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

Must Have Book, 10 Mar 2008
This book is book is a must have for anyone who has an involvement in making claims to an Employment Tribunal. Its not exaggeration to say that this book clearly maps the steps one must take when making either a claim or an appeal (to the Employment Appeal Tribunal). I have no hesitation in giving this book my highest commendation.

Extremely informative and not dry!, 31 Oct 2007
We purchased the above book for work - I support people with mental health problems in retaining their employment - and I have found it extremely well written, clear and informative. One particular part, Whether To Bring a Claim, pages 9 to 12, is fantastically clear, balanced and perfect for our clients and my colleagues. Although we always discuss the pros and cons of bringing claims with our clients, for whom health is already vulnerable, this book has explained it all so clearly, in a helpful, balanced and interesting way. It sounds spot on! The whole process of making a claim is explained clearly, with good case examples and is really easy to understand. For dry material, the authors manage to make it interesting, which is quite something. I read it outside of work hours - that's a first! Highly recommended. This book would be grweat for ANYONE intending to, or thinking about, raising an employment tribunal claim. Do not attempt to make a employment claim on your own without this book!



An extremely helpful and well written book, 28 Mar 2007
This is an excellent account of how to run an employment tribunal case from start to finish. It is a bible for the fledgling advocate and a useful source of reference even for the experienced practitioner as well as a 'must have' for a litigant in person. I strongly recommend this book, which contains useful precedents and practical advice for almost every scenario one may encounter in tribunal.

Excellent - A Good Insight, 08 Jan 2007
Whereas most texts focus on the substantive law, Naomi Cunningham seeks to shed light on the process and tactics of running a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

This book will be of use to both the lay person and the new practitioner. For those in the voluntary sector who assist Claimants in the Employment Tribunal, the book is illuminating and a genuine must.

Excellent and handy, 11 Mar 2007
Very well written, a lot of useful information, explains all you would like to know about all these details. I wasn't aware of all these things you should know when you run a limited company until I read this book. It is rather not a detailed guide to your paper work or documents you would need to write. It is more like a reference manual to different aspects of the organization. If you need to know some details about secretaries, shares, owners, board of directors, etc, you jast open the book and it is there.

A good primer for fulfilling company secretary obligations, 09 Feb 2002
Having used this book for over a year now I have found it an accessible text for provision of legal obligations when setting up and running a limited company in the UK. The book lends itself to the typical scenario where one individual fulfils the role of company secretary, accountant and managing director. It has a good index, and has proved particularly useful with (1) holding and minuting official company meetings; (2) Basic company accounts preparation. However, it does not pretend to be an accounting book, and it is recommended that the purchaser also acquire a text on basic company book-keeping - do these yourself and minimise unavoidable accounting fees!

buy this, 09 Nov 2005
a must have for anyone studying company law, an invaluable piece of kit which will help you understand the basics, well written and easy to read

One-stop Guide indeed!, 07 Apr 2008
I'm responsible for the OS&H programme at my workplace and it was a good guide for implementing the programme. Its instructions are clear and it is very easy reading and the price is a giveaway! I recommend this book to any middle manager, HR manager, safety committee member, or anyone who is interested in gaining knowledge in the area without entering the classroom.

An absolute must for anyone studying Company Law at LLB level, 15 Oct 2006
This book is one of the easiest to read and understand. If you are studying Company Law on the LLB, I would highly recommend you purchase this book. Divided logically into neat chapters with self-explanatory headings, this book will take you through the maze of company law and teach you to enjoy its intricacies.

The book contains useful summaries of key cases and explains them alongside the legal principles involved so that you can easily recall and refer to them in exams.

Alone the book is not enough - you will need an additional casebook. However, if you are new to company law, then this is a good starting point. A relatively slim volume that is far cry from the daunting lengths of some legal text books, the book clearly defines the essential principles of its topic, without clouding the issue with thousands of footnotes and judgment extracts.

Highly recommended.

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

Must Have Book, 10 Mar 2008
This book is book is a must have for anyone who has an involvement in making claims to an Employment Tribunal. Its not exaggeration to say that this book clearly maps the steps one must take when making either a claim or an appeal (to the Employment Appeal Tribunal). I have no hesitation in giving this book my highest commendation.

Extremely informative and not dry!, 31 Oct 2007
We purchased the above book for work - I support people with mental health problems in retaining their employment - and I have found it extremely well written, clear and informative. One particular part, Whether To Bring a Claim, pages 9 to 12, is fantastically clear, balanced and perfect for our clients and my colleagues. Although we always discuss the pros and cons of bringing claims with our clients, for whom health is already vulnerable, this book has explained it all so clearly, in a helpful, balanced and interesting way. It sounds spot on! The whole process of making a claim is explained clearly, with good case examples and is really easy to understand. For dry material, the authors manage to make it interesting, which is quite something. I read it outside of work hours - that's a first! Highly recommended. This book would be grweat for ANYONE intending to, or thinking about, raising an employment tribunal claim. Do not attempt to make a employment claim on your own without this book!



An extremely helpful and well written book, 28 Mar 2007
This is an excellent account of how to run an employment tribunal case from start to finish. It is a bible for the fledgling advocate and a useful source of reference even for the experienced practitioner as well as a 'must have' for a litigant in person. I strongly recommend this book, which contains useful precedents and practical advice for almost every scenario one may encounter in tribunal.

Excellent - A Good Insight, 08 Jan 2007
Whereas most texts focus on the substantive law, Naomi Cunningham seeks to shed light on the process and tactics of running a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

This book will be of use to both the lay person and the new practitioner. For those in the voluntary sector who assist Claimants in the Employment Tribunal, the book is illuminating and a genuine must.

Excellent and handy, 11 Mar 2007
Very well written, a lot of useful information, explains all you would like to know about all these details. I wasn't aware of all these things you should know when you run a limited company until I read this book. It is rather not a detailed guide to your paper work or documents you would need to write. It is more like a reference manual to different aspects of the organization. If you need to know some details about secretaries, shares, owners, board of directors, etc, you jast open the book and it is there.

A good primer for fulfilling company secretary obligations, 09 Feb 2002
Having used this book for over a year now I have found it an accessible text for provision of legal obligations when setting up and running a limited company in the UK. The book lends itself to the typical scenario where one individual fulfils the role of company secretary, accountant and managing director. It has a good index, and has proved particularly useful with (1) holding and minuting official company meetings; (2) Basic company accounts preparation. However, it does not pretend to be an accounting book, and it is recommended that the purchaser also acquire a text on basic company book-keeping - do these yourself and minimise unavoidable accounting fees!

buy this, 09 Nov 2005
a must have for anyone studying company law, an invaluable piece of kit which will help you understand the basics, well written and easy to read

One-stop Guide indeed!, 07 Apr 2008
I'm responsible for the OS&H programme at my workplace and it was a good guide for implementing the programme. Its instructions are clear and it is very easy reading and the price is a giveaway! I recommend this book to any middle manager, HR manager, safety committee member, or anyone who is interested in gaining knowledge in the area without entering the classroom.

An absolute must for anyone studying Company Law at LLB level, 15 Oct 2006
This book is one of the easiest to read and understand. If you are studying Company Law on the LLB, I would highly recommend you purchase this book. Divided logically into neat chapters with self-explanatory headings, this book will take you through the maze of company law and teach you to enjoy its intricacies.

The book contains useful summaries of key cases and explains them alongside the legal principles involved so that you can easily recall and refer to them in exams.

Alone the book is not enough - you will need an additional casebook. However, if you are new to company law, then this is a good starting point. A relatively slim volume that is far cry from the daunting lengths of some legal text books, the book clearly defines the essential principles of its topic, without clouding the issue with thousands of footnotes and judgment extracts.

Highly recommended.

Brief encounter, 01 May 2005
I am an HR practitioner who, although not wishing to read through reams of statutes on employment law, does need to be aware of a detailed amount of information relating to existing and new legislation and the implications for the business.

In my review of this book, perhaps because of my previous law degree experience, I consider this book to be scarce in its detail provided. It does not provide a significant enough amount of information and there are many important topics (e.g. TUPE) which are acknowledged by the author to be beyond the scope of this book. I think, had I known this, I probably would not have bought the book, as some of the key areas of employment law for practitioners are about handling change at the moment.

Having said that, for any individuals who want to be able to skim an overview of current legal practice and some of the key statutes likely to affect their workplace, it is a useful introduction. But in order to be able to write policies, for example, I personally feel a wider grounding in employment law would be needed, and this book does not provide that level of detail.

Simple, yet informative, 20 Sep 2004
This is a great book for anybody who would like to gain some base knowledge in employment law, or for anyone who wants an easy reference book.
There is no mumbo jumbo and it is easy to understand.
A must for any small business, or someone who is thinking of starting their own business.

UK focused, 23 Sep 2003
The book gives a very good summary of the most important issues faced by HR professionals in the UK. There are a few references to EU law but potential buyers should know that this a UK focused book.

Fantastic book with excellent features., 25 Oct 2002
This is a fantastic guide to employment law. It goes into a considerable amount of detail on each topic, while also making it easy and enjoyable. It covers a wide range of topics including contracts, tribunals, minimum wages, grievance procedures and tax. A fantastic guide for students as well as employers. It has example letters to show the information clearly, and bullet points throughout making it easier and more memorable to read. It also includes the dates in which the law was made. Also the chapters that the book is divided into are structured, which is very helpful if you are reading the whole book at once as it makes it more simple to understand. A fantastic buy...which I would highly recommend.

Sensible and Straightforward, 11 Sep 2002
This is the book that I come back to again and again. It is well laid-out and sensible. There are no hoops to go through, in terms of understanding different processes, and plenty of samples to follow if you need them. It is a very valuable quick reference guide too - especially useful for busy HR practitioners.

The only practical journalism book you really need, 04 Jun 2008
As a working journalist, this is the only book I (and every colleague I've ever worked with on any newsdesk) reach for time and time again. Not only is it bang up to date, it explains all aspects of reporting law clearly and succinctly.
Unsure of what libel is? How to defend against it? Are you in contempt of court? Breaching the Official Secrets Act? Taking photographs of children? Invading somebody's privacy? McNae's knows. And it's written in a way to tell you quickly.
It's known as The Bible in the regional newsrooms I've worked in all my life - and it's easy to see why when you read it. I can't recommend this highly enough: EVERY reporter should have their own copy.

19th edition, and you can see why, 15 Feb 2008
This is the 19th edition of McNae's, and it doesn't take long to see why. It's updated in response to changes in legislation, and if you rely on having an accurate understanding of the law for journalism, it will almost certainly pay to stay up to date.

This is a set book for journalists doing NCTJs, and, from our point of view, an essential reference in our PR department -- alongside the Press Complaints Commission code poster up on the wall.

Journalism and the law are two things on which many people have opinions. There are lots of people who will quite happily say in a meeting "it's against the law to...", "newspapers are required by law to...", "they won't be allowed to print...". Unfortunately, a lot of this 'knowledge' is second or third hand, and much of it dates back to legislation or cases that have now been superseded. A lot of the rest of it is gleaned from conversations in pubs, and articles in newspapers. In other words, of very little value.

This book is the antidote: updated from the most recent changes and the most recent cases, and adopting exactly the right tone when it comes to describing things which are subject to being tested in the courts. And it's an awful lot cheaper than ringing up a lawyer.

Strongly recommended for anyone who actually needs to know.

I would be lost without this book, 21 Apr 2008
Recently I started working for myself and last year I had to fill in a UK self-assessment tax return for the first time. When I got the tax form from the Tax Office my heart sank - there were so many things I had to fill that I didn't understand. Furthermore the guidance notes that came with the form seemed to assume a level of understanding that was far greater than mine. Luckily I found this book on Amazon - there is no way I could have filled in my tax return accurately without it!

It is packed with information on tax matters for small businesses and it is clearly written with loads of examples to help explain the various calculations. I found the sections on expenses, capital allowances and working from home especially helpful as I was previously uncertain what things were tax-deductible. For those with bigger operations there is plenty of information on employees, VAT, and buying or renting business premises as well as what to do if you are closing or selling your business.

JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!, 30 Nov 2006
Having recently set up a small business and being useless with "tax things" I really had to get to grips with tax. This book's straight-talking, non-nonsense style told me exactly what I needed to do. I have only owned the book a few days but I am already more confident about tax.
What I liked about this book was the fact that I didn't have to read it all - but I read more than I thought I would.

The first three chapters got me started. I then read chapter 5 to see if I was working out my business profits correctly, chapter 7 to see how much tax I would save by buying equipment and chapter 10 because I was wondering whether to register for VAT. Excellent - Thanks sooooo much!

A comprehensive guide to the Companies Act 1985, 05 Dec 2001
This textbook gives a comprehensive guide to the relevant acts with regards to Company Law. It includes the Company Act 1985 as well as the relevant statutory instruments.However, the print is extremely small and quite difficult to read. It does however provide an excellent addition to more comprehensive company law texts and personally i have found it extremely valuable. For law students a statutes book well worth getting at a decent price.

Must Have Book, 10 Mar 2008
This book is book is a must have for anyone who has an involvement in making claims to an Employment Tribunal. Its not exaggeration to say that this book clearly maps the steps one must take when making either a claim or an appeal (to the Employment Appeal Tribunal). I have no hesitation in giving this book my highest commendation.

Extremely informative and not dry!, 31 Oct 2007
We purchased the above book for work - I support people with mental health problems in retaining their employment - and I have found it extremely well written, clear and informative. One particular part, Whether To Bring a Claim, pages 9 to 12, is fantastically clear, balanced and perfect for our clients and my colleagues. Although we always discuss the pros and cons of bringing claims with our clients, for whom health is already vulnerable, this book has explained it all so clearly, in a helpful, balanced and interesting way. It sounds spot on! The whole process of making a claim is explained clearly, with good case examples and is really easy to understand. For dry material, the authors manage to make it interesting, which is quite something. I read it outside of work hours - that's a first! Highly recommended. This book would be grweat for ANYONE intending to, or thinking about, raising an employment tribunal claim. Do not attempt to make a employment claim on your own without this book!



An extremely helpful and well written book, 28 Mar 2007
This is an excellent account of how to run an employment tribunal case from start to finish. It is a bible for the fledgling advocate and a useful source of reference even for the experienced practitioner as well as a 'must have' for a litigant in person. I strongly recommend this book, which contains useful precedents and practical advice for almost every scenario one may encounter in tribunal.

Excellent - A Good Insight, 08 Jan 2007
Whereas most texts focus on the substantive law, Naomi Cunningham seeks to shed light on the process and tactics of running a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

This book will be of use to both the lay person and the new practitioner. For those in the voluntary sector who assist Claimants in the Employment Tribunal, the book is illuminating and a genuine must.

Excellent and handy, 11 Mar 2007
Very well written, a lot of useful information, explains all you would like to know about all these details. I wasn't aware of all these things you should know when you run a limited company until I read this book. It is rather not a detailed guide to your paper work or documents you would need to write. It is more like a reference manual to different aspects of the organization. If you need to know some details about secretaries, shares, owners, board of directors, etc, you jast open the book and it is there.

A good primer for fulfilling company secretary obligations, 09 Feb 2002
Having used this book for over a year now I have found it an accessible text for provision of legal obligations when setting up and running a limited company in the UK. The book lends itself to the typical scenario where one individual fulfils the role of company secretary, accountant and managing director. It has a good index, and has proved particularly useful with (1) holding and minuting official company meetings; (2) Basic company accounts preparation. However, it does not pretend to be an accounting book, and it is recommended that the purchaser also acquire a text on basic company book-keeping - do these yourself and minimise unavoidable accounting fees!

buy this, 09 Nov 2005
a must have for anyone studying company law, an invaluable piece of kit which will help you understand the basics, well written and easy to read

One-stop Guide indeed!, 07 Apr 2008
I'm responsible for the OS&H programme at my workplace and it was a good guide for implementing the programme. Its instructions are clear and it is very easy reading and the price is a giveaway! I recommend this book to any middle manager, HR manager, safety committee mem