Top 10 Tips for Employers on the Employment Rights Act 2025 Reforms
Have you made the changes you need to comply with the reforms already in force? The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant shake-up of employment law in decades, which is currently being implemented in phases. A first wave of changes is already in force (April 2026), with further major reforms expected from October 2026 and into...
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A Legal Guide to the Different Types of Shares in a UK Company
Typically, the most common shares issued by companies are ordinary shares, redeemable shares and preference shares. There are other types of shares that are less common but are still issued by companies in England and Wales, such as deferred shares, non-voting shares and convertible shares. Before deciding which type of shares to issue, it is...
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easyGroup Ltd v Easyfundraising Ltd [2025]: Trade Mark Infringement and Genuine Use Explained
In this case analysis, our Intellectual Property lawyers explain the Court of Appeal’s decision in easyGroup Ltd v Easyfundraising Ltd [2025] , which partially upheld easyGroup’s appeal against a High Court ruling that had dismissed several trade mark infringement claims and revoked certain trade marks in whole or in part.
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Technology-Facilitated Abuse: The Growing Digital Threat in Family Law
Technology facilitated abuse refers to the misuse of everyday technology to harass, control, stalk, or harm someone. Abuse is often thought of as being physical or emotional, but tech abuse can be just as damaging and can remain hidden and difficult to prove. Our family lawyers explore what technology-facilitated abuse is, how it can present in...
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Webinar: Industrial Property and Energy Efficiency: Key Legal Issues for Manufacturing Tenants
The manufacturing sector in England and Wales is undergoing rapid change. With rising energy prices, tightening sustainability regulations and increasing property-related costs, manufacturers are facing operational pressures that cannot be ignored. As Big Energy Saving Week (17–23 January) shines a spotlight on improving efficiency and reducing...
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Update: Upwards Only Rent Review Ban Receives Royal Assent
In our September 2025 blog , we discussed the Government’s proposed ban on upward-only rent review (“UORR”) clauses in commercial leases as part of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill (“the Bill”). At that time, the Bill was still at the committee stage in the House of Commons. Since then, the Bill has passed through the House...
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New Year, New Property? What to Know Before Selling Your Home in 2026
A new year often brings new opportunities, and the UK property market is no exception. For many people, once January arrives, house-hunting can feel like the “natural next step”. To recap, 2025 proved rather turbulent. The return to pre-pandemic stamp duty levels in April 2025 led to higher upfront costs for many purchasers, as tax became payable...
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Part 26A Restructuring Plans: A Practical Guide for Distressed Businesses
In today’s challenging economic climate - rising costs, tightening cash flow and pressure from lenders and HMRC, many businesses are looking for effective ways to stabilise their financial position. One option that continues to gain real momentum is the Part 26A restructuring plan . This is a court-approved process that helps companies reorganise...
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The Dangers of Unqualified Insolvency Advice
Despite high levels of business failure, particularly among new companies, most entrepreneurs do not dwell on the idea that their venture may not succeed. However, if your business does start to struggle financially, you need to know where to turn for trustworthy debt advice. Getting expert guidance at the right time will help you understand your...
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Employment Rights Bill: Roadmap to Implementation
Update – Employment Rights Act 2025 Since this article was first published, the Employment Rights Bill has received Royal Assent and is now law as the Employment Rights Act 2025 . For a full summary of the confirmed reforms, implementation dates and what employers should be doing now, read our latest guide: Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Changes...
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The Traitors Through The Eyes of a Private Client Lawyer
The BBC's fan-favourite TV series, The Traitors, is back for its fourth series this January. The show follows a group of individuals, 'The Faithfuls,' who attempt to identify the players selected as 'The Traitors' to secure a cash prize. Each night, the Faithful vote to 'banish' a player they believe is a Traitor, but the Traitors strike back to...
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Inheritance Tax: Relief Boost for Farmers & Business Owners
Today the government has announced a major change to the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) reforms that are being introduced from 6 April 2026. In this blog our Wills, Trusts and Probate Team and specialist Agriculture Solicitors explore the changes.
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Collective Redundancy Reforms 2025: An In-House Lawyer Guide
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (the Act) is bringing major reforms to the UK’s employment law landscape. Among its provisions, the changes to collective redundancy rules stand out as particularly significant for businesses which in the current uncertain economic times may be considering restructuring and redundancies. We are still awaiting...
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