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Capacity to make a Will and set up a Power of Attorney: what you need to know

Wills & probate
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When planning for the future, two key legal tools often come into play: a Will and a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). But both require one crucial ingredient- mental capacity.

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How to manage FOI requests in the developing world of AI

Corporate and commercial law
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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.

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New data protection complaints rules from June 2026: are you ready?

Information technology
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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.

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New transparency requirements for contractual control agreements: what you need to know

Commercial property
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The Government has now published the Provision of Information (Contractual Control) (Registered Land) Regulations 2026, introducing a new transparency regime for certain land agreements. These changes will have a significant impact on developers, promoters and landowners, particularly in the housebuilding and development sectors.

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Why supporting agriculture means looking beyond the farm

Agriculture
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Agriculture has always been central to Clarke Willmott’s heritage. Esther Woolford, Partner and Head of our Agriculture sector, explains why supporting our clients today means looking beyond the firm.

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Hot under the collar: how can employers protect against heatwaves?

Immigration
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With temperatures exceeding 30 degrees and the hottest May day ever recorded on Tuesday, employers should be aware of their obligations to staff during heatwaves.

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Separated parents: can you take your child abroad?

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If you are separated from your child’s other parent and are planning a trip abroad, it is important to understand the legal position before you book or travel. The rules can differ depending on whether there is a Child Arrangements Order in place, who has parental responsibility, and whether the other parent agrees to the trip.

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Celebrating Pride in the workplace: What employer’s need to know about Pride Month

Immigration
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In this article, we look at why LGBTQ+ inclusion matters from both a legal and business perspective, outline the key legal framework, and suggest practical ways employers can support inclusion in the workplace.

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Could late payments be putting pressure on your farming business?

Commercial litigation and disputes
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Late payment can place significant pressure on farmers and rural businesses, impacting cash flow and making it harder to manage essential costs such as feed, fuel, labour and machinery repairs.

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A landmark High Court judgment dismissed the legal challenge to inheritance tax relief for agricultural and business assets

Agriculture
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A landmark High Court ruling has confirmed that reforms to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR), introduced on 6 April 2026, will remain in force despite a legal challenge.

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Same-sex couples in sport: building families

Sport
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For many same-sex couples working in sport, whether as elite athletes, coaches, agents, or in club and federation roles, the question of starting a family is one that requires careful planning. The physical demands of sporting careers, the pressures of performance schedules, and the realities of frequent travel all shape when and how family planning becomes possible.

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