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Governance lessons to be learned across the third sector from the furore around bank bonuses

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:53:06 GMT

Governance lessons to be learned across the third sector from the furore around bank bonuses http://t.co/VJjCyW9J...

Taiwan’s Fair Trade Commission fines three largest milk manufacturers involved in illegal price fixing.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:20:04 GMT

Taiwan’s Fair Trade Commission fines three largest milk manufacturers involved in illegal price fixing. http://t.co/wMQJrksz...

ECJ ruling may change how broadcasting rights to English Premier League Football are licensed within the EU.

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:10:02 GMT

ECJ ruling may change how broadcasting rights to English Premier League Football are licensed within the EU....

Canal Plus finds it’s not 'fine' to fail to implement competition remedies in full.

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:20:09 GMT

Canal Plus finds it’s not 'fine' to fail to implement competition remedies in full. http://t.co/LKzMQPjP...

MMS’ Alan Eccles:New Scots succession law in force today means parents who remarry should have will to protect children

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:47:21 GMT

MMS’ Alan Eccles:New Scots succession law in force today means parents who remarry should have will to protect children http://t.co/AOooXfDR...

Consultation on UK's recruitment sector expected in 2012.

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:35:02 GMT

Consultation on UK's recruitment sector expected in 2012. http://t.co/utrH2ckk...

Directors must consider the interests of creditors and be open and honest when looking to delay debt payments.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:10:03 GMT

Directors must consider the interests of creditors and be open and honest when looking to delay debt payments. http://t.co/PhLroRMs...

MMS' Alan Eccles:Criminal Injuries Compensation reform to protect deserving cases: trusts still help maximise awards

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:22:50 GMT

MMS' Alan Eccles:Criminal Injuries Compensation reform to protect deserving cases: trusts still help maximise awards http://t.co/i4bQowRD...

Ken Clarke proposes reform to criminal injury compensation

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:13:04 GMT

Ken Clarke proposes reform to criminal injury compensation http://t.co/NT5Xi7j2...

Directors disqualified for failure to pay PAYE and NIC to HMRC.

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:10:03 GMT

Directors disqualified for failure to pay PAYE and NIC to HMRC. http://t.co/QRQRmgPU...

Paperwork around implementation of Agency Workers directive set to be reviewed around May 2013, with a view to simplification.

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:20:08 GMT

Paperwork around implementation of Agency Workers directive set to be reviewed around May 2013, with a view to simplification....

Directors held personally liable for deceiving creditor.

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:10:03 GMT

Directors held personally liable for deceiving creditor. http://t.co/nGlO2m26...

MMS' Gary Cullen warns employers to familiarise themselves with NEST as minister urges employees to whistle blow

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:19:46 GMT

MMS' Gary Cullen warns employers to familiarise themselves with NEST as minister urges employees to whistle blow http://t.co/tbhczmiX...

Creditors who have suffered due to wrongful trading could pursue directors for personal contribution.

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:35:03 GMT

Creditors who have suffered due to wrongful trading could pursue directors for personal contribution. http://t.co/pYHH80oc...

Results of CRB checks to go online from 2013 and kept up to date. Could see end of delays and repeated applications.

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:35:07 GMT

Results of CRB checks to go online from 2013 and kept up to date. Could see end of delays and repeated applications. http://t.co/fP2J3UXx...

MMS' Tynan: Govt says new 2yr qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims will only apply to those starting new job from 6 April this yr.

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:19:32 GMT

MMS' Tynan: Govt says new 2yr qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims will only apply to those starting new job from 6 April this yr....

Directors must keep a close eye on company's financial position.

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:50:04 GMT

Directors must keep a close eye on company's financial position. http://t.co/OIodc2ZS...

MMS' Roger Tynan: Woolworths workers win £67m compensation but Govt now looking to reduce collective consultation rights.

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:23:26 GMT

MMS' Roger Tynan: Woolworths workers win £67m compensation but Govt now looking to reduce collective consultation rights....

Directors must be alert to wrongful trading; no reasonable prospect of company avoiding insolvent liquidation.

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:25:02 GMT

Directors must be alert to wrongful trading; no reasonable prospect of company avoiding insolvent liquidation. http://t.co/1Z2kHgWa...

EC investigating European Payments Council. Concerns non-EPC e-payment providers may face barriers to entry.

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:15:12 GMT

EC investigating European Payments Council. Concerns non-EPC e-payment providers may face barriers to entry. http://t.co/Uit9IWgh...

MMS' Amanda Jones: Age old problems

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:52:55 GMT

MMS' Amanda Jones: Age old problems http://t.co/TMkoRwzE via @utilityweek...

Signature on delivery could fall short when it comes to deeds.

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:05:05 GMT

Signature on delivery could fall short when it comes to deeds. http://t.co/XocQFJPc...

MMS' Tynan: Supreme Court's ruling in test case on forced retirement at 65 can't come soon enough for employers&workers

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:54:52 GMT

MMS' Tynan: Supreme Court's ruling in test case on forced retirement at 65 can't come soon enough for employers&workers http://t.co/On6FK4j9...

The Journal Online : MMS hires litigation partner

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:42:15 GMT

The Journal Online : MMS hires litigation partner http://t.co/se5oTB5y...

Imminent changes expected to legislation as government plans changes to “radically reform employment relations”.

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:35:03 GMT

Imminent changes expected to legislation as government plans changes to “radically reform employment relations”. http://t.co/KuTbl7WJ...

MMS announces further lateral partner hire

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Maclay Murray & Spens LLP (MMS), the leading UK commercial law firm, has hired litigation partner http://t.co/j2eC0YsD...

HMRC convict £70m gift aid fraud: beware artificial donations and ensure you are fit and proper: MMS trustee training

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:05:34 GMT

HMRC convict £70m gift aid fraud: beware artificial donations and ensure you are fit and proper: MMS trustee training http://t.co/5COF9JRX...

RT @competitioncomm: OFT refers aggregates, concretes & ready-mix cement to CC

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:39:49 GMT

RT @competitioncomm: OFT refers aggregates, concretes & ready-mix cement to CC http://t.co/Ch1o7LVM...

Care required when contemplating demolition of non-residential development in wake of new Scottish order.

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:25:03 GMT

Care required when contemplating demolition of non-residential development in wake of new Scottish order. http://t.co/YH9YBgdl...

RT @eu_commission: EC launches debate on corporate restructuring: what lessons from the crisis?

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:03:27 GMT

RT @eu_commission: EC launches debate on corporate restructuring: what lessons from the crisis? http://t.co/SxBFY3rt...

Eccles: "Party leaders back 10% to charity in wills & lower IHT on 6/4/12. How will it best benefit donors&charities?"

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:47:43 GMT

Eccles: "Party leaders back 10% to charity in wills & lower IHT on 6/4/12. How will it best benefit donors&charities?" http://t.co/PLxdvHLr...

Court rules adjudicator entitled to fees even when rules of natural justice have been breached.

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:50:06 GMT

Court rules adjudicator entitled to fees even when rules of natural justice have been breached. http://t.co/cv9XsChu...

Public sector sees cybercrime as rising threat

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:55:44 GMT

Public sector sees cybercrime as rising threat http://t.co/KtMtdrlx via @ComputerWeekly...

Call for evidence on current TUPE rules ends on 31 Jan.

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:45:06 GMT

Call for evidence on current TUPE rules ends on 31 Jan. http://t.co/ieBqtsWI...

Alan Eccles’ 2012 charity law & philanthropy predictions: SCIOs & reorgs feature but social impact bonds big new thing

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:04:28 GMT

Alan Eccles’ 2012 charity law & philanthropy predictions: SCIOs & reorgs feature but social impact bonds big new thing http://t.co/XlTJMmjr...

Case reinforces importance of collateral warranties as a protection for third party losses as a result of works design defects....

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:05:02 GMT

Case reinforces importance of collateral warranties as a protection for third party losses as a result of works design defects.......

Time spent onshore counts towards workers' annual leave.

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:40:03 GMT

Time spent onshore counts towards workers' annual leave. http://t.co/uUQOftW2...

Call for evidence on rules for statutory consultations on Collective Redundancies closes on 31 Jan.

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:15:03 GMT

Call for evidence on rules for statutory consultations on Collective Redundancies closes on 31 Jan. http://t.co/arYknNQA...

Qualifying period to claim unfair dismissal expected to double to two years from April 2012.

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:10:05 GMT

Qualifying period to claim unfair dismissal expected to double to two years from April 2012. http://t.co/ELT9fZk7...

SCIOs are now available as a legal vehicle for new charities and for some existing charities to convert.

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:25:02 GMT

SCIOs are now available as a legal vehicle for new charities and for some existing charities to convert. http://t.co/BpQATnWj...

Landfill site case set to be heard by Court of Appeal in late January.

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:49:05 GMT

Landfill site case set to be heard by Court of Appeal in late January. http://t.co/OTFvql8Z...

OFT refers completed acquisition of Cambridge Water plc by South Staffordshire plc to Competition Commission

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:35:58 GMT

OFT refers completed acquisition of Cambridge Water plc by South Staffordshire plc to Competition Commission http://t.co/rDPkDaa3...

Scottish Government's consultation on proposals to amend Renewables Obligation (Scotland) Order closes on 13 January 2012.

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:33:00 GMT

Scottish Government's consultation on proposals to amend Renewables Obligation (Scotland) Order closes on 13 January 2012....

Happy New Year to all our loyal Twitter followers!

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:33:00 GMT

Happy New Year to all our loyal Twitter followers!...

New rules on salary sacrifice and treatment of VAT come into force today (1 January 2012)

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 08:11:00 GMT

New rules on salary sacrifice and treatment of VAT come into force today (1 January 2012)...

How far can restrictive covenants go to prevent employees taking LinkedIn contact details with them when leaving?

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:32:00 GMT

How far can restrictive covenants go to prevent employees taking LinkedIn contact details with them when leaving? http://t.co/0tmpCGYZ...

Employers monitoring net usage at work must inform it's happening (when and how online info will be viewed).

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT

Employers monitoring net usage at work must inform it's happening (when and how online info will be viewed). http://t.co/PRQOKKZ0...

Data protection principles apply to the use of social networking sites as apply to all employee use of the internet.

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:16:00 GMT

Data protection principles apply to the use of social networking sites as apply to all employee use of the internet. http://t.co/PRQOKKZ0...

Government’s consultation on review of Feed-in Tariff (FiTs) ends on 23 December 2011.

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:29:00 GMT

Government’s consultation on review of Feed-in Tariff (FiTs) ends on 23 December 2011. http://t.co/Owamucij...

@CompetitionComm publishes timetable for audit inquiry.

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:54:34 GMT

@CompetitionComm publishes timetable for audit inquiry. http://t.co/oiEo6s9X...

Communication is key to stop employees using social media to bad mouth employers or co-workers.

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:28:00 GMT

Communication is key to stop employees using social media to bad mouth employers or co-workers. http://t.co/qGLHbM4p...

Can employees be banned from using social networking at work?

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:27:00 GMT

Can employees be banned from using social networking at work? http://t.co/O0EBpHhU...

All empl policies, practices and procedures must be reviewed continuously to ensure fitness for social media dev.

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:27:00 GMT

All empl policies, practices and procedures must be reviewed continuously to ensure fitness for social media dev. http://t.co/JcispXae...

“All-encompassing” social media policies not an excuse to rest on any laurels.

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:26:00 GMT

“All-encompassing” social media policies not an excuse to rest on any laurels. http://t.co/JcispXae...

Swedish lingerie chain in hot water after staff asked to display bra size on name tags.

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:26:00 GMT

Swedish lingerie chain in hot water after staff asked to display bra size on name tags. http://t.co/7bhjmF19...

Discrimination on grounds of religion or belief: recent clarification of philosophical belief.

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:25:00 GMT

Discrimination on grounds of religion or belief: recent clarification of philosophical belief. http://t.co/p8pOhQY5...

Employees on long-term sick leave must request annual leave in line with Working Time Regulations to ensure payment.

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:42:01 GMT

Employees on long-term sick leave must request annual leave in line with Working Time Regulations to ensure payment. http://t.co/YbrGYKpi...

Survey suggests stress is the most common cause of long-term sickness absence among manual and non-manual employees.

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:24:00 GMT

Survey suggests stress is the most common cause of long-term sickness absence among manual and non-manual employees. http://t.co/vhMeEVaH...

Employers must have the means to tackle performance.

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:23:00 GMT

Employers must have the means to tackle performance. http://t.co/BvbAQgdy...

RT @OFTgov: OFT research published today underlines deterrent effect of UK Competition Regime

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:09:34 GMT

RT @OFTgov: OFT research published today underlines deterrent effect of UK Competition Regime http://t.co/X91ZBDtF...

OFT: “Research underlines deterrent effect of UK Competition Regime”

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:30:49 GMT

OFT: “Research underlines deterrent effect of UK Competition Regime”http://t.co/FyPydlYm...

New case clarifies law on whether existing guarantors can be obliged to guarantee assignees under English leases.

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:12:00 GMT

New case clarifies law on whether existing guarantors can be obliged to guarantee assignees under English leases. http://t.co/QlSjUI6h...

Proposed changes to Renewables Obligation (Scotland) Order to reflect the UK Govt's changes to ROCs banding in E&W.

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:06:00 GMT

Proposed changes to Renewables Obligation (Scotland) Order to reflect the UK Govt's changes to ROCs banding in E&W. http://t.co/XtUWXmSF...

Polish Presidency hopes to obtain agreement today on the location of the Unified Patent Court.

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:02:35 GMT

Polish Presidency hopes to obtain agreement today on the location of the Unified Patent Court. http://t.co/KQJ9scXK...

Polish Presidency hopes to obtain agreement today on the location of the Unified Patent Court.

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:56:26 GMT

Polish Presidency hopes to obtain agreement today on the location of the Unified Patent Court. http://t.co/nVw2M0Ek...

Scottish consultation could see non-domestic buildings require Assessment of Carbon and Energy Performance.

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 08:21:00 GMT

Scottish consultation could see non-domestic buildings require Assessment of Carbon and Energy Performance. http://t.co/c5gOJiUC...

Feed-in tariffs uplift for small-scale anaerobic digestion.

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:05:00 GMT

Feed-in tariffs uplift for small-scale anaerobic digestion. http://t.co/foGNS6RA...

Scottish Government consults on measures to improve the energy performance of existing non-domestic buildings.

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:20:00 GMT

Scottish Government consults on measures to improve the energy performance of existing non-domestic buildings. http://t.co/c5gOJiUC...

MMS poised for growth with four new partners.

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:49:07 GMT

MMS poised for growth with four new partners. http://t.co/9OrZZVHQ...

Business7 - Business News - The Professionals

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:34:53 GMT

Business7 - Business News - The Professionals http://t.co/nJfRn5dB via @AddThis...

MMS' Gill Grassie calls for European Unitary Patents Court to be located in Scotland.

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:25:22 GMT

MMS' Gill Grassie calls for European Unitary Patents Court to be located in Scotland. http://t.co/a7JCCsU5...

Proposals to cut Feed-in Tariff for solar PV likely to have devastating impact on the ‘free energy’ business model.

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:19:00 GMT

Proposals to cut Feed-in Tariff for solar PV likely to have devastating impact on the ‘free energy’ business model. http://t.co/Owamucij...

MMS poised for growth with four new partners

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Maclay Murray & Spens LLP (MMS), the leading UK commercial law firm, has further reinforced its commitment to targeted growth with two lateral partner hires and two internal partner promo...

MMS’ Roger Tynan: ‘Protected conversations’ - a substitute for effective management and leadership?

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:02:00 GMT

MMS’ Roger Tynan: ‘Protected conversations’ - a substitute for effective management and leadership?...

Speech by Serious and Organised Crime Department offers important guidance on bribery self-reporting.

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:18:00 GMT

Speech by Serious and Organised Crime Department offers important guidance on bribery self-reporting. http://t.co/7uGPmcgl...

MMS’ Roger Tynan: Government’s proposals on protected conversations could prove distracting and costly for all.

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:48:07 GMT

MMS’ Roger Tynan: Government’s proposals on protected conversations could prove distracting and costly for all....

MMS_LAW on Twitter has just reached a milestone 1000 followers. Thank you to all our loyal followers!

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:26:52 GMT

MMS_LAW on Twitter has just reached a milestone 1000 followers. Thank you to all our loyal followers!...

Free Guide to Separation And Divorce In Scotland by Family Law Association sees contributions from two MMS lawyers

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:31:00 GMT

Free Guide to Separation And Divorce In Scotland by Family Law Association sees contributions from two MMS lawyers http://t.co/pvYaZlaz...

VAT could be an additional cost following changes to salary sacrifice schemes from 1 January.

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:24:00 GMT

VAT could be an additional cost following changes to salary sacrifice schemes from 1 January. http://t.co/MEiMuz5n...

MMS' Noel Ferry, head of the family law team, writes chapter on the division of matrimonial property

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 11:42:00 GMT

MMS' Noel Ferry, head of the family law team, writes chapter on the division of matrimonial property http://t.co/pvYaZlaz...

Proposals to reform CRC go some way towards creating greater flexibility but remains complicated and controversial.

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:23:00 GMT

Proposals to reform CRC go some way towards creating greater flexibility but remains complicated and controversial. http://t.co/nj7YrJqD...

MMS' Roger Mackenzie edits guide set to pave the way for tidy break-up.

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:11:36 GMT

MMS' Roger Mackenzie edits guide set to pave the way for tidy break-up. http://t.co/pvYaZlaz...

DECC set to consult on changes to changes to CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme - implementation expected in February 2012.

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:05:00 GMT

DECC set to consult on changes to changes to CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme - implementation expected in February 2012. http://t.co/xejJjQum...

MMS lawyer edits guide set to pave the way for tidy break-up

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Myths and misconceptions of divorce and break-ups among married couples, cohabitees and those in civil partnerships have inspired a group of family law solicitors to bring togethe...

Court of Appeal ruling reinforces imp of directors’ duties as ex-boss ordered to pay damages & costs for plant ‘hire’.

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 09:21:00 GMT

Court of Appeal ruling reinforces imp of directors’ duties as ex-boss ordered to pay damages & costs for plant ‘hire’. http://t.co/abyFVN2e...

MMS' Gary Cullen: Firms must take great care if tempted to plunder pensions -Scotsman.com:

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:49:32 GMT

MMS' Gary Cullen: Firms must take great care if tempted to plunder pensions -Scotsman.com: http://t.co/iuvZR01d via @AddThis...

Headhunters’ voluntary code of conduct sets out seven key principles of best practice.

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:21:00 GMT

Headhunters’ voluntary code of conduct sets out seven key principles of best practice. http://t.co/TN7VBUHP...

Changes to narrative reporting expected to come into force in Oct 2012, following BIS consultation document.

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:20:00 GMT

Changes to narrative reporting expected to come into force in Oct 2012, following BIS consultation document. http://t.co/8UAM3eFn...

VAT position on salary sacrifice arrangements set to change from 1 January.

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:05:00 GMT

VAT position on salary sacrifice arrangements set to change from 1 January. http://t.co/CA6iOZZh...

Changes to UK Corp Governance Code: incr focus on boardroom diversity: some orgs required to explain non-compliance.

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:09:01 GMT

Changes to UK Corp Governance Code: incr focus on boardroom diversity: some orgs required to explain non-compliance. http://t.co/XhchNLBq...

RT @CompetitionComm: Newspaper merger inquiry formally cancelled Newspaper competitioncommission

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:44:59 GMT

RT @CompetitionComm: Newspaper merger inquiry formally cancelled Newspaper competitioncommission http://t.co/dtCYsx3F...

MMS' Noel Ferry: Landmark English cohabitation case reinforces need for UK-wide review -

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:41:30 GMT

MMS' Noel Ferry: Landmark English cohabitation case reinforces need for UK-wide review - http://t.co/LfefxCsI: http://t.co/mh...

@Business7news Scotland - SSE and Shell agree carbon capture partnership

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:39:42 GMT

@Business7news Scotland - SSE and Shell agree carbon capture partnership http://t.co/Dkfpx2uY...

EAT finds directors and company liable to pay damages to employees for discrimination on grounds of religious faith.

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:03:01 GMT

EAT finds directors and company liable to pay damages to employees for discrimination on grounds of religious faith. http://t.co/fY6zi2im...

Pension Regulator publishes statement to guide trustees and advisers on hybrid scheme risks.

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:53:25 GMT

Pension Regulator publishes statement to guide trustees and advisers on hybrid scheme risks. http://t.co/ws4cMMC8...

Six months on from Lord Davies' review, still limited progress made in increasing number of women in boardrooms.

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:15:01 GMT

Six months on from Lord Davies' review, still limited progress made in increasing number of women in boardrooms. http://t.co/LWGTdrMl...

DECC establishes forum to share views on electricity market reform.

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:02:00 GMT

DECC establishes forum to share views on electricity market reform. http://t.co/VSLabbG9...

Video: Gaining access to finance - 02 Nov 2011 - Accountancy Age video

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:12:29 GMT

Video: Gaining access to finance - 02 Nov 2011 - Accountancy Age video http://t.co/YNdhTlIR via @accountancyage...

Renewable Heat Incentive payments delayed as EU raises concerns over tariff paid for large biomass installations.

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:13:00 GMT

Renewable Heat Incentive payments delayed as EU raises concerns over tariff paid for large biomass installations. http://t.co/bcLIbI7N...