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Fireworks and livestock: what farmers need to know this bonfire season

Agriculture
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For those working in agriculture, firework displays can present significant challenges. The sudden noise, flashes of light and unpredictability associated with fireworks can cause distress to livestock, leading to animal welfare concerns and, in some cases, financial losses for farming businesses.

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Beyond treatment: why legal planning is becoming a core part of the fertility journey

Family law
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From donor conception and surrogacy to overseas fertility treatment, early legal advice can help prospective parents understand their rights, avoid complications and plan with confidence.

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A budget for the high street? Assessing the impact on the retail and leisure sector

Retail & leisure
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The Budget arrives at a time when many businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors are still balancing cost pressures, changing consumer habits and a cautious economic outlook.

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Learning the lessons of Grenfell – Sergio Cavalaro’s list of priorities

Construction
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Tasked with delivering the remaining inquiry recommendations and advising on regulatory reform, Prof. Cavalaro will act as a link between government, regulators, industry, professional bodies, academia and residents.

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Elite career, lasting legacy

Sport
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Explore why estate planning for professional athletes is essential, from making a will to protecting assets and planning for the future.

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The legal mistakes that scare our lawyers this Halloween

Insights
As Halloween approaches, our teams at Clarke Willmott have been thinking about all things scary! Halloween is a time for tales of ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night. But for our lawyers, the real scares are often much closer to home. Every year, we see individuals, families and businesses caught out by avoidable mistakes that can have lasting legal and financial consequences.

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Domestic Abuse Awareness Month: legal protections following early prisoner release scheme

Family law
Insights
As the UK marks Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, Clarke Willmott LLP is highlighting legal protections for people who fear contact from an abusive former partner following the latest prisoner early release announcement.

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The Building Safety (Remediation of Unsafe Cladding etc) Bill

Construction
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On 14 October 2026, a further building safety bill was introduced to Parliament seeking to address some of the issues which have become apparent with the Building Safety Act 2022 (“BSA”).

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Domestic Abuse Awareness Month

Family law
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October marks Domestic Abuse Awareness month and is an important opportunity to raise awareness of domestic abuse, challenge misconceptions and ensure that victims and their families understand the protection and legal remedies available to them in the UK

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Divorce isn’t a TV drama, and we think that’s a good thing

Family law
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TV dramas often portray divorce as conflict and courtroom battles. Discover why a constructive, solution-focused approach can lead to better outcomes for separating couples and families.

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