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Latest from the Regulatory team
Pension Sharing Orders on Divorce
When considering the issue of finances upon a Divorce, pensions should always form part of this discussion. By ignoring pensions, this could mean that you are missing out on potential long-term income and future financial security.
UPDATE: ACAS Early Conciliation
The ACAS Early Conciliation (EC) process, a mandatory gateway for most employment tribunal claims, is set for its most significant procedural change in recent years.
Landmark Reform: Renters’ Rights Act 2025 Becomes Law
The Renters’ Rights Act (“the Act”) received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025. The Act marks the most significant overhaul of renting laws in over 30 years, primarily geared toward giving tenants greater stability and protections when renting homes. It aims to enhance tenant security, improve housing quality, and regulate landlord practices more strictly.
Top Tips for Selling Your Commercial Property at Auction
There are a number of reasons why selling your property at auction may be the best option. Read this article to find out more.
Professional Negligence: When Trust in a Professional Breaks Down
Whether it’s your solicitor, accountant, architect or surveyor, you expect a professional to do their job competently. When they don’t, the consequences can be significant.
Mandatory ID verification for company officers from November 2025
Following the introduction of voluntary identity checks earlier this year, Companies House will make ID verification mandatory from 18 November 2025. These changes form part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) and are designed to improve transparency and reduce the risk of fraud in UK company records.
Neurodiversity and Divorce: Why adjustments for clients matter just as much as for children
As ADHD Awareness Month draws to a close, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the importance of recognising and supporting neurodiversity within families - not just in children, but in adults too. Awareness around ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence has grown significantly in recent years, yet in the context of relationship breakdowns and divorce, the conversation often remains focused on children. This article explores why understanding and adjusting for neurodiverse adults is just as crucial, and how thoughtful legal support can make a meaningful difference.
MBS v Grant Thornton: Lord Leggatt's Landmark Judgment on Auditor Liability
The case of Manchester Building Society (MBS) v Grant Thornton LLP was a landmark professional negligence case that significantly impacted the understanding of audit negligence and the scope of duty in such claims. This article focuses on Lord Leggatt's specific judgment and the principles he articulated, which remain highly relevant to accountancy negligence disputes.