UK-US tariffs deal brings some breathing space for North West manufacturing – but uncertainty is still inhibiting investment and growth
News
Commercial litigation and disputes
John Flint, commercial litigation partner in Manchester, says that while some details remain unclear the tariffs agreement between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer is potentially “better news” for Manchester and the North West.
Written by
John Flint
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Resolution conference brings hundreds of family lawyers to Birmingham
News
Family law
Resolution’s annual national conference has taken place with over 400 family law professionals coming together to share best practice and champion a constructive way of resolving family law matters.
Written by
Adam Maguire
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The construction industry is currently grappling with significant delays in the approval process for Higher-Risk Buildings (“HRBs”), primarily caused at Gateways 2 and 3 of the Building Safety Act (“BSA”).
Written by
Harriet Atkin
,
Mark Scotney
and
Chelsea Mace
Read more on Snakes and Ladders – Delays with the HRB Gateways
Clarke Willmott’s guide to getting business ready for new regulation on Corporate Offences and Fraud
Crime & regulatory
Insights
Fraud is the most commonly recorded category of crime in the UK, amounting to around 40 per cent of all reported crime in England and Wales. Now the regulatory landscape around fraud is changing – and businesses will need to be ready.
Written by
Sam Harkness
Read more on Clarke Willmott’s guide to getting business ready for new regulation on Corporate Offences and Fraud
Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments
Financial services litigation
Insights
Payment fraud is a significant problem in the UK causing serious harm to individuals and businesses. UK Finance reported that in the first half of 2024 just over £570 million was stolen in payment fraud.
Written by
Darren Kidd
Read more on Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments
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