How to manage FOI requests in the developing world of AI
Corporate and commercial law
Insights
Public authorities are seeing an increase in requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI requests). The ICO has recognised that the use of AI has likely contributed to this increase. Not only are more requests coming through, but requests are often longer, broader and difficult to interpret.
Written by
Millie Bradshaw
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Private Client Series Webinar – Family Investment Companies vs Trusts: Choosing the Right Structure for Family Wealth
Events
Clarke Willmott LLP is delighted to invite you to its next Private Client Series webinar which is taking place on Thursday 9 July 2026 at 12:00pm. Join Tom Chiffers and Jennifer Charlton from our Private Capital team together with Kim Klahn from our Corporate and Commercial team for an insightful discussion on the role of Family Investment Companies (FICs) in managing generational… “Private Client Series Webinar – Family Investment Companies vs Trusts: Choosing the Right Structure for Family Wealth”
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Contracts, injuries and compliance: managing World Cup risk for football clubs
News
Sport
As release for international duty is mandatory under FIFA regulations, clubs must focus on protecting their position and appropriately supporting the player, rather than preventing participation. From an employment and regulatory perspective, this means ensuring the right safeguards are in place well in advance of any tournament.
Written by
Tim Copplestone
and
Tim Williamson
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Lawyers welcome Government consultation on cohabitation rights
News
Family law
Leading family law experts have welcomed the government's consultation on strengthening legal protections for unmarried couples, describing the proposals as a long-overdue step towards reflecting modern family life and providing greater protection for vulnerable partners.
Written by
Rayner Grice
and
Caroline Young
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New data protection complaints rules from June 2026: are you ready?
Information technology
Insights
From 19 June 2026, organisations must comply with new rules for handling data protection complaints under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Learn what you need to do.
Written by
Amy Peacey
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Social media to be banned for under-16’s in the UK from spring 2027
News
Information technology
The UK government has announced plans to introduce a ban on certain social media services for children under 16, with implementation targeted for Spring 2027. The proposals are intended to build on the Online Safety Act 2023 and would place the burden on social media platforms to prevent under-16s from accessing the platform.
Written by
Millie Bradshaw
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