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Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) appointments — what to expect & how they work
We break down what happens at a Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) hearing and how can it help separating couples to reach a financial settlement.
Super shoes in elite running — World Athletics regulations & legal risks explained
Here's how the rapid rise of super shoes is reshaping elite sport — not just in terms of performance but also the regulatory landscape that sits behind it.
What does it take to successfully scale? Six lessons from the 2026 BIBAs
There's no single blueprint for scaling a business, as we found out when judging the Scale-Up Business of the Year at the Be Inspired Business Awards 2026.
Palmer v P1 Pit Stop — courts can create & rectify the register of members
If your company has never kept a register of members, the court can still decide who owns the shares — and order you to create one.
How the WSL is unlocking the next era of women’s football
We explore how commercial and digital forces are transforming women’s football — and what stakeholders must prioritise to sustain this momentum.
‘Fire & rehire’ practices to be outlawed under the Employment Rights Act
We outline what employers need to know about the changes to fire and rehire, including four key steps to take in preparation.
Review finds patient “betrayal” & serious failures in UHCW brain tumour treatment
Patients and their families have received major vindication following the findings of the RCP’s initial review into treatment provided under Prof Ian Brown.
Can I make a digital Will? Proposed Will reforms explained
We explain the current proposals around digital Wills and highlight other Will reforms that could be on the horizon.
Holiday law changes from 2026 — what employers need to know & do
We explore what the new record-keeping requirements mean for employers, the risks of non-compliance and steps that organisations should take now.
Collective consultation overhaul — 3 key steps for employers
We explore the collective consultation overhaul and detail what’s changing, the associated risks and how employers should prepare.
Rethinking ‘benefit’: a new direction in trust law?
We explore the Court’s decision and what this evolving interpretation of ‘benefit’ could mean for trust structuring and administration.
Widow calls for answers over husband’s brain tumour treatment after concerns raised about chemotherapy care at UHCW
Anne Wilkinson's husband, Trevor, died following months of radiotherapy and Temozolomide chemotherapy for a brain tumour. Now, she's demanding answers.
How to negotiate sport sponsorship agreements — 7 key legal considerations & emerging trends
With the sports sponsorship landscape evolving rapidly, we explore the key legal considerations for rights holders when negotiating agreements.
DSARs in the age of AI — why you should resist the siren call of simplicity
Our data protection team examines the risks of relying on oversimplified legal arguments in DSAR disputes and highlights key lessons for data controllers.
Outing & threats to disclose sexual orientation — your legal protections explained
We outline the legal protections that may be available if you face a threat to expose personal information such as your sexual orientation.
Lancashire’s scale-up economy — what's driving growth & what's next?
We explore the support helping to fuel scale-ups and how more local decision-making could unlock even greater economic impact in the years ahead.
Brabners Deal Advisory supports Chester Medical on acquisition of Power Health Products
Our specialist Deal Advisory team supported Wirral-based pharmaceutical packaging business Chester Medical on its acquisition of vitamin and health food manufacturer Power Health Products.
Digital Omnibus on AI to delay EU AI Act — what businesses need to know
We examine the key changes introduced by the Digital Omnibus on AI, what remains unchanged and how businesses should respond.
Trade union reform under the Employment Rights Act — trends, priorities & planning implications
We break down the latest and upcoming trade union reforms — from ballot changes and electronic voting to wider union access and new employer duties.
ICO & Ofcom investigations into Grok — what they mean for AI regulation
We explore the legal issues under consideration by the ICO and Ofcom and what the case tells us about the UK's future regulation of AI-generated content.
EHRC Code of Practice: significant guidance on single-sex services following For Women Scotland
We lay out how the Code will work in practice and what organisations should be wary of when it comes to facilities, participation and verification.
Beyond zero & low hours contracts — how can hospitality work remain flexible?
The Government's 'ending one-sided flexibility' consultation signals significant change for hospitality employers. We explore what employers need to know.
Drelle v Servis-Terminal — a new insolvency recovery tool for banks, lenders & trade creditors
The Supreme Court's decision in Drelle v Servis-Terminal may provide a powerful new recovery option, with insolvency pressure able to be deployed immediately.
FCA warns football clubs over sponsorship deals with unauthorised financial firms — 5 key steps to take now
Football clubs are facing heightened scrutiny over their commercial partnerships. We explore the risks and steps that they should take to stay compliant.
Football sanctions explained — why Chelsea's punishment has sparked debate
Amid debate over the Chelsea, Everton and Forest cases, Paul Lunt joined Total Sport to explain how football disciplinary decisions are reached and why sanctions can vary.