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Thinking about succession planning, future-proofing your company or building a more inclusive workplace culture? An employee ownership trust (EOT) might be worth exploring. This structure allows a business to be owned, indirectly, by its employees -...
An employee ownership trust (EOT) is an increasingly popular model for business succession, offering a tax-efficient way to transition ownership while rewarding employees. This structure ensures that a company’s future is safeguarded in the hands of...
The Equality Act 2010 has long protected individuals from discrimination based on specific characteristics. The Renters' Rights Bill aims to build upon the Equality Act 2010 by strengthening protections against discrimination in the private rented...
The Renters’ Rights Bill is due to come into force in October 2025. This is reported to be the biggest change to landlord and tenant law since the introduction of the Housing Act 1988. Abolishment of Section 21 and amendments to Section 8...
A recent High Court ruling in Aabar Holdings S.à.r.l. v Glencore Plc & Others has fundamentally reshaped the legal landscape for company shareholders, particularly in relation to their ability to access a company’s privileged documents....
As of Spring 2026, businesses offering subscription services to UK consumers will need to comply with new regulations designed to protect consumers from "subscription traps." The UK government is consulting on these regulations, which are part of...
Companies house has released a policy paper outlining the roadmap for forthcoming changes to UK company law. With the passage of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, companies house now has enhanced authority to scrutinise filings,...
Since 2004, parties to a commercial dispute have been encouraged to refer their case to mediation, or some other form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), as a means to settle a case without the costs, delay and, often, acrimonious, process of...
Following the bill’s report stage in the House of Commons on 14 January 2025, the Second Reading took place in the House of Lords on 4 February 2025. This session provided the members with an opportunity to debate the main principles and...
A well-drafted shareholders’ agreement is the cornerstone of a successful business partnership. It not only defines the rights and responsibilities of shareholders but also provides clarity in areas like decision-making, dispute resolution, and future...
