Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
The UK is already considered to have some of the strongest equality legislation in Europe, and the Labour Government has signalled its intention to make further enhancements. This is in stark contrast to the approach of the United States administration, who have sought to abolish EDI programmes across federal government and have recommended that private sector companies do likewise.
BNG - What's coming up and what does it mean?
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) introduced biodiversity net gain (BNG) as a way of ensuring that developers are environmentally minded when undertaking projects. The idea was to create a clear framework to ensure that new major infrastructure developments left biodiversity in a measurably better state than before the development took place, in alignment with the legally binding Environment Act 2021 targets for biodiversity.
From protection to predation: the misuse of powers of attorney
Following reports of investigations into power of attorney abuse rising to 28% in the UK, Emily Rowan-Maxwell explains the potential areas of misuse and abuse in relation to powers of attorney, including the red flags to watch out for and how to safeguard against abuse.
Copyright infringement: AI and large language models
It is now impossible to ignore the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) as they have transformed, and are continuing to transform, industries at an unprecedented pace. With the fast rate of innovation and adoption of technologies utilising AI and LLMs comes significant challenges, particularly in the realm of intellectual property. This article unlocks some of the key questions surrounding AI and intellectual property rights and, in particular, how copyright law in the United Kingdom can be a useful tool for content creators and owners, should they need to consider protecting and enforcing against potential infringements by AI systems.
UK Director Duties under the Companies Act 2006
Under Sections 171 to 177 of the Companies Act 2006, directors owe certain statutory duties to the Company to which they are a director. If you are already a director, or intending to become one, it is critical you are aware of these duties and the potential liabilities if they are breached.
Company Registers: What Would I Want Them For?
Under the Companies Act 2006, it is a legal requirement for the directors of a company to keep and maintain the registers of a company ie. statutory registers, that document essential information about a company’s structure. They are required to be kept at the company’s registered office or at a single alternative inspection location (SAIL address).
Emotional confusion: Is your child being alienated by your ex-partner or is this a normal response?
When children show reluctance to spend time with a parent after a divorce or separation, it is natural to search for explanations. Whilst it may be easy to jump to conclusions about ‘parental alienation’, the reality is likely to be more complex.
Model Articles and Sole Directors: What the judgement of Re KRF Services Means for businesses
A recent judgement in Re KRF Services (UK) Ltd and others (Re KRF Services) has clarified the decision-making powers of a sole director under unamended model articles of association (Model Articles).
What rights do I have as a cohabiting individual?
As marriage rates continue to decline in England and Wales, it is important to recognise that there is currently no legal framework in place recognising the needs of cohabiting couples if their relationship breaks down.
Private Companies: Understanding the Articles of Association
A company’s Articles of Association are one of its most important governing documents – but what are they, and what do they do?
What is a pFDR?
Within the court process, divorcing couples will attend a financial dispute resolution appointment (FDR), which is where the judge will seek to help the couple reach an agreement. With the law now requiring a sharper focus on non-court dispute resolution for separating couples, pFDRs represent an excellent option to achieve a financial settlement outside of court.
Five Questions for Mediation Week 2025
Family Mediation Week 2025 started this week, on Monday 27th January. The objective of highlighting this week is to reflect the benefits of family mediation for separating couples. Our goal is to increase awareness and encourage families to consider mediation as a constructive way to navigate separation, make informed decisions together, and create a positive future for their family. With that in mind our resident mediator, Helen Cankett, has put together five of the most common questions that she faces in her day-to-day.