Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill and the Groceries Code Adjudicator – What farmers need to know

Agriculture

Insights

The UK’s food supply chain is undergoing significant changes, with the introduction of the Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill (the ‘Bill’) and the strengthening of the Groceries Code Adjudicator (‘GCA’).

11 April 2025

Written by

Laura Mackain-Bremner

,

Amy Peacey

and

Paige Skudder

Lasting powers of attorney for business owners

Wills & probate

Insights

Everyone should consider how their financial affairs will be dealt with in the event of their incapacity, and, as everyone has been reminded over the past year, old age is not the only cause of incapacity; accidents and devastating illness are also possibilities that should be borne in mind.

3 August 2021

Written by

Jacqui Lazare

Minor children and 1975 Inheritance Act Claims

Wills & probate

Insights

This article explains the law around the 1975 Inheritance Act and minor children.

28 March 2023

Written by

Ellie Bond

Navigating change in farm sales: 2025 in review & what’s ahead

Agriculture

Insights

As we reflect on the past year, it’s clear that it was anything but ordinary for the rural property market. From sweeping tax reforms to shifting buyer behaviours, farm sales have faced a turbulent yet transformative period. But with change comes opportunity and preparation is key.

31 October 2025

Written by

Helen Lock

,

Rod Lloyd-Jones

and

Mark Buckerfield

Player personal data: Navigating UK legislation and the future of sports analytics

Commercial contracts and agreements

Insights

In the dynamic and commercially charged world of professional sports, contracts are at the core of legal and financial relationships. In this article we discuss how brands and rights holders can safeguard exclusivity.

3 October 2025

Written by

Amy Peacey

The advantages of discretionary Will trusts

Wills & probate

Insights

We explain how discretionary Will trusts work and explore how one might have prevented a family dispute over a Scottish estate. Call 0800 652 8025 for an initial consultation with a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

26 September 2019

What are drag-along and tag-along rights?

Corporate and commercial law

Insights

This article explains what drag-along and tag-along rights are, and what needs to be considered when negotiating them in a sale.

23 February 2023

Who can consent to a deprivation of liberty for children and young persons?

Court of Protection

Insights

It is increasingly easier for practitioners to spot a deprivation of liberty when a person is over 18 – but perhaps not so simple when considering whether a child, or young person is deprived of their liberty.

23 February 2018

Are nuptial agreements a good idea for a Christmas engagement?

Family law

Insights

The festive season offers a beautiful backdrop for a romantic engagement. However, for business owners and those with significant assets, it may be wise to consider the inclusion of a pre or post-nuptial agreement before proposing.

7 December 2023

Written by

Chris Longbottom

Common pitfalls in Will drafting and the far-reaching consequences

Private wealth

Insights

Tom Chiffers and Sarah Arkless private capital specialists at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP look at some of the common mistakes made when drafting a Will.

2 December 2024

Written by

Tom Chiffers

and

Sarah Arkless

Director accountability: When can they be personally liable for company wrongdoing?

Commercial litigation and disputes

Insights

The question whether a director or senior manager should be held personally liable as an accessory to a tort committed by their company is elusive, fact-sensitive and context-dependent.

6 January 2025

Written by

John Flint

Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill and the Groceries Code Adjudicator – What farmers need to know

Lasting powers of attorney for business owners

Minor children and 1975 Inheritance Act Claims

Navigating change in farm sales: 2025 in review & what’s ahead

Player personal data: Navigating UK legislation and the future of sports analytics

The advantages of discretionary Will trusts

What are drag-along and tag-along rights?

Who can consent to a deprivation of liberty for children and young persons?

Are nuptial agreements a good idea for a Christmas engagement?

Common pitfalls in Will drafting and the far-reaching consequences

Director accountability: When can they be personally liable for company wrongdoing?

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