Martin Oliver, Partner in our Contentious Probate team, discusses the timings of contesting a will.

The announcement by the Prime Minister in October 2023 that he was cancelling Phase 2 of HS2 was met with a justified barrage of criticism by proponents and opponents alike. The question now, is whether or not those who have had their land compulsorily purchased but which is now surplus to requirements, will be able to recover it and, if so, how.

Throughout this campaign, we give insight into how we can save the UK’s High Streets and inspire others to aid their survival. Although their solutions differ, the industry voices we have brought together in this report identify many of the same problems.

Most licenced sponsors and employees with time-limited immigration permission will know that the Home Office has committed to a “digital by default” economic migration system in the UK. Roll-out is getting underway and should be complete by the end of the year. Stacey Lambert, Associate in our Business Immigration team, explains what is happening and offers top tips to employers and their sponsored employees for managing their status.

In her latest article, Claire Waring, Partner in our Development team takes a closer look at ransom strips in strategic land.

There has been much discussion in the media and on social media subsequent to calls for bras not to be subject to VAT. In this article, we will set the debate on a factual footing and consider the broader context of the subject.

For most of our working lives we have taken the office for granted: the commute, the meetings, the squeaky chairs, the coffee machine! The seismic disruption of the pandemic, global technology advancements and the climate crisis have completely transformed our idea of the office of the future.

As the weather turns warmer, and we start to shed the hefty winter layers, some of us might be looking forward to perhaps catching some rays and a tan… if it ever stops raining. Giving things a boost with the use of a sunbed is tempting but consideration of the implications is vital.

Looking to move house can be an exciting time. However, there are some things that you should consider before making an offer on a property.

With the rising number of scammers optimising the use of AI, Luke Moulton, Partner reviews the recent case that has hit headlines surrounding Incognito being defrauded by an impersonation scam utilising deepfakes and provides his advice for the best ways to protect yourself and your business.