Married at first sight – but what if it doesn’t last?
Family law
Insights
Channel 4 and E4 are currently screening the seventh season of Married at First Sight (MAFS), in which couples meet for the first time when walking down the aisle, their future having been determined by a group of relationship experts.
Written by
Rayner Grice
and
Chris Longbottom
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Nearly 8 years after the Manchester Arena Bombing, the long-awaited Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill 2024 (“Martyn’s Law”) received royal assent on 3 April 2025.
Written by
Tim Williamson
and
Sam Harkness
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Michelle works with panel deputies, families, social workers and local authorities to ensure that the financial affairs of individuals lacking the requisite decision-making capacity are properly managed.
We explore the pros and cons of Mutual Wills – Wills drawn up by at least two people, who agree not to alter their Will after the other dies. Call 0800 652 8025 for a free initial consultation. National firm – based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.
This article reviews the alternative dispute resolution methods which can be used to assist parties who are separating to reach agreement regarding child or financial arrangements, without the need for court litigation.
New precision breeding legislation will put UK at forefront of Agri-Tech revolution
Agriculture
Insights
The Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act provides opportunities to grow crops that are more nutritious and resilient, with the aim of increasing production rates and cutting costs for farmers.
Written by
Laura Mackain-Bremner
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Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injury (OASI) in childbirth
Medical negligence
Insights
What is Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injury and where can I get help following an injury? Our specialist medical negligence team are on hand to support you
Written by
Vanessa Harris
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Partner – Commercial Property (Investment) – Birmingham, Manchester or Southampton
We have an exciting opportunity for a commercial property partner to join our national property division. We have long been recognised as a market leader in Real Estate; our national Real Estate team is one of the largest of its kind in the UK – with deep sector knowledge across the full range of commercial property matters. Our Real Estate teams rank highly in both Chambers and Legal 500.
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Nuptial agreements are an agreement entered into prior to marriage (prenup) or after marriage (postnup) is made between spouses to regulate the rights and responsibilities regarding their financial assets, including agricultural assets and farming business interests, in the event of a divorce or separation.
Written by
Holly Smith
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We are seeking a Probate Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join the estate administration team in our Bristol office, which is led by partners Samantha Neagle and Jeremy Bourke.
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