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An essential guide for employers dealing with mental health issues in the workplace

Employment
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Paula Squire employment lawyer provides an essential guide for employers to assist in the promotion of wellbeing and to meet your legal obligations to support employees experiencing mental health issues which could lead to claims of discrimination.

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When non-disclosure unravels a settlement

Family law
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Paralegal in Clarke Willmott’s family law team, Stacey Collins, looks at a recent family law dispute which highlights complex family asset structures.

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Look again at water neutrality to unblock development pipeline, urges Clarke Willmott

Commercial property
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Water shortages could threaten new housing developments across the UK in the coming years unless urgent action is taken, according to leading lawyer Nicola Sutton.

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Law firms and third-party contractual arrangements: managing risk

Corporate and commercial law
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Kelvin Balmont, Chairman at national law firm Clarke Willmott joins Amy Peacey, partner in the firm’s commercial team, to look at contractual arrangements and how legal professionals can manage risks.

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“There’s No Need to be Afraid”: Key Developments through the Football Governance Act 2025 and Implications for Clubs

Sport
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Readers will be aware that the Football Governance Act 2025, which received Royal Assent in July, marks a significant shift in the regulation of English football. At its core, the Act establishes the Independent Football Regulator (“IFR”), a new statutory body tasked with promoting the financial sustainability of clubs, safeguarding the heritage of the game, and ensuring good governance across the sport.

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Coronation Street storyline – controlling and coercive behaviour

Family law
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Controlling and coercive behaviour is subtle and occurs over a prolonged period of time. In the majority of cases the behaviour has slowly escalated over a long period of time to the extent the sufferer is genuinely unaware of what is happening as it becomes a normal part of the relationship.

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Tips for tricky estates

Private wealth
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Our “Tips for Tricky Estates” aim to support both contentious and non-contentious practitioners by providing short, practical monthly tips that touch on common challenges that arise either in estate administration, or estate disputes.

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Lasting powers of attorney: top ten tips

Private wealth
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Our specialist solicitors share tips to help you ensure that your lasting power of attorney is effective and reflects your wishes. Call 0800 652 8025 for a free consultation. Offices in in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Wake-up call for dutyholders ahead of asbestos consultation

Crime & regulatory
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Leading national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP is urging businesses to take note of a new consultation on asbestos regulations, warning that the proposals may signal tougher future enforcement and increased liability risks.

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Artificial intelligence and employment law

Employment
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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the modern workplace, its integration into employment practices, raises complex legal questions. AI is infiltrating the workplace from recruitment to performance management and beyond. To understand the evolving legal landscape regarding this rapidly growing phenomenon is therefore essential for employers, to ensure compliance, fairness, and the ethical use of AI systems.

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Clock ticking on cohabitation reform, says Clarke Willmott

Family law
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“The clock is ticking” on Government plans to reform the legal treatment of cohabiting couples, according to leading family lawyer Caroline Young.

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