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Who is regulating the social housing sector?

Crime & regulatory
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The UK’s social housing sector is carefully regulated by multiple bodies with the aim of ensuring adherence to the necessary high standards that have been put in place through legislation.

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Employment status of athletes & sports coaches: everything you need to know

Sport
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In the world of professional and grassroots sport, the question of whether athletes and coaches are employees or independent contractors has significant legal, tax, and practical consequences.

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Potanin v Potanina divorce case rumbles on

Family law
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An opening of the floodgates, cementing London as the divorce capital of the world, or a case which highlights the fairness of English law to financially weaker spouses?

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How to foster a positive workplace culture

Employment
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Explore how employers can foster a positive workplace culture by challenging common health and safety myths, emphasising clear responsibilities, and understanding that “common sense” varies widely among individuals.

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Share schemes and corporate tax

Corporate and commercial law
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Thinking about joining a company share scheme or offering one to your employees? Share schemes can be a great way to reward staff and build loyalty, but they also come with important tax and legal considerations.

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Inquest into the death of Jairus Earl – what next for holders of shotgun certificates?

Crime & regulatory
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The Inquest into Jairus’ death has resulted in the issue of a Report to Prevent Future Deaths (PFD) by the Senior Coroner for Dorset, Rachael Clare Griffin. Her PFD addressed two particular matters of concern.

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Count-down to identity verification for directors and PSCs and new rules for company registers

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If you are a company director there are changes, soon to be implemented, at Companies House which will impact you. Companies House recently announced that 18 November 2025 is D-Day for mandatory identity verification for directors and persons with significant control (PSCs).

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Professional sport & employment law: Player & manager settlement agreements

Employment
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Tier 1 ranked sports lawyer Tim Copplestone looks into factors to consider when a player or manager leaves their club, resolving the termination of their current employment contract.

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Focus on SME housebuilder at Clarke Willmott

Housebuilder
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We spoke to partner, and head of Clarke Willmott’s bespoke SME housebuilder offering, Nicola Sutton to learn more about the team’s areas of expertise and how they work together to provide exceptional legal care to our clients.

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Claims against financial advisors for alleged negligent advice

Commercial litigation and disputes
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High net worth individuals, including professional sportspeople, are often approached in relation to unregulated investments or non-mainstream tax planning that presents significant financial risk.

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When the game ends: Divorce in the world of sports

Family law
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In 2025, sports-related divorces are drawing more attention than ever. Here’s what makes them unique – and what athletes (and their advisors) need to know.

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