Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Changes and What Employers Need to Know as Reforms Take Effect
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025. It amends the law relating to employment rights to enhance employee protections, bringing major changes throughout 2026 and 2027. With key provisions now in force and further reforms due to take effect throughout 2026 and 2027, our Employment Lawyers outline the...
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Ground Rent Cap 2026: What the Leasehold Reform Changes Mean for Homeowners
On 27 January 2026, the government announced a major shake-up of the leasehold system. Under the proposals set out in the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill , Ground Rents will be capped at £250 per year for existing leasehold homes in England and Wales. This move aims to make homeownership fairer, more transparent and more affordable...
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Building a Respectful Workplace: Tackling Sexual Harassment at Manufacturing Businesses
Workplace harassment remains a significant issue, evidenced by ONS findings in its 2023 survey that 1 in 10 workers in England and Wales reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment in the workplace. Whilst there have been many progressive developments towards diversity and inclusion, the manufacturing industry has many risk factors of...
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Family Investment Companies: What You Need to Know
Family wealth planning has progressed notably in recent years. While traditional trusts remain a valuable tool, many families are now turning to the Family Investment Company ( FIC ) as a flexible, tax‑efficient way to preserve, manage and grow wealth throughout generations. In this blog, our Wealth Protection Team explore FICs, why they are...
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Budget 2025: The Impact on Hospitality and Leisure and Retail Businesses
On 26 November 2025, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered her second budget. In this blog, our Hospitality and Leisure and Retail lawyers explore the impact the budget will have on hospitality, leisure, and retail businesses, which have been facing mounting financial pressures in recent times.
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Exploring Different Types Of Rent Reviews In Commercial Leases
With the government proposing a ban on upwards-only rent reviews , commercial landlords are well-advised to explore alternative rent review mechanisms to ensure their leases remain compliant. Landlords and tenants should also be aware of the pros and cons of the different types of rent review. Our Commercial Property Lawyers outline the different...
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Bagging Rights Gone Wrong: The Notting Hill Tote Bag Trademark Dispute and IP Ownership Lessons
Courtenay-Smith and her company sued two brothers and their businesses, accusing them of trademark infringement, passing off, and copyright infringement related to the tote bag design she had launched in 2009. Our IP lawyers explore the case and the important IP ownership lessons it offers for brand-led businesses.
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Myerson Advises Dutch-Based Improven Group on Full Ownership of It's Value UK Business
Myerson had the pleasure of advising Netherlands-based It's Value Consultancy B.V. part of Improven, a leading Dutch consulting company, on its recent acquisition of the remaining one third shareholding in It's Value Limited, completing the Buyer’s transition to full ownership of the UK-based business. The shares were acquired from Daniel Wilson...
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Residential Property Sales: What the New TA6 Form Means for You
The TA6, known as the Property Information Form, is completed by sellers to provide buyers with a comprehensive overview of the property before contracts are exchanged. It should be accompanied by documentation collated by vendors, including consents, installation certificates and guarantees. After considering the widespread feedback from over...
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Ignoring a Trust? Why UK Trustees Must Act Now to Avoid HMRC Penalties
Trusts can be a very useful tool for individuals and families to protect assets, pass wealth down the generations in a controlled manner, and provide tax planning benefits. However, for a Trust to provide those benefits, it must be actively managed. The rules, regulations and ever-changing compliance surrounding trusts can cause many individuals...
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Supporting Fasting Employees During Ramadan
In this article, Myerson's team of Employment lawyers explore what the festival of Ramadan involves for Muslim employees and what businesses can do to ensure participating employees are appropriately supported. What is Ramadan? Ramadan is a very important time in the Islamic calendar and is one of the five pillars of Islam. During the month...
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What Happens If a Will That Benefits You Is Challenged?
Discovering that a Will from which you benefit is being challenged can be unsettling. Such disputes often arise shortly after a death, when emotions are heightened, and family dynamics may be strained. Understanding your legal position at an early stage is therefore essential to ensure that you respond appropriately and protect your interests...
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Myerson Advises Ellie Downie MBE on the Opening of Embrace Wellness Studio in Stockport
Myerson Solicitors has advised Ellie Downie MBE, founder of Embrace Wellness Studio, on securing a new lease for her second wellness studio in the centre of Stockport. Ellie, a former Olympic gymnast turned wellness entrepreneur, has taken a further step in growing her health and fitness brand by opening a new Embrace Wellness Studio on 24th...
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