Working with us in Bristol

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We have seven offices across the UK including our brand new, state-of-the-art Bristol office located at Assembly Building C. Find out more about working at our Bristol office.

5 March 2024

Can Labour’s ambitious green energy agenda become reality by 2030?

Energy, Infrastructure & Natural Resources

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With a new Labour Government now in power, what does it mean for the energy industry? Laurence Lacey, partner in our commercial property team explores.

8 July 2024

Written by

Laurence Lacey

Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments

Financial services litigation

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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.

23 May 2025

Written by

Darren Kidd

Count-down to identity verification for directors and PSCs and new rules for company registers

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If you are a company director there are changes, soon to be implemented, at Companies House which will impact you. Companies House recently announced that 18 November 2025 is D-Day for mandatory identity verification for directors and persons with significant control (PSCs).

4 September 2025

Written by

Sian Symmonds

and

Aidan Clucas

Does a Will go out of date?

Private wealth

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While a Will doesn’t expire, it can become outdated if your life changes, so it’s important to review and update it regularly. Here are eight key reasons to consider updating your Will.

17 October 2025

Written by

Carol Hawking (previously Cummins)

Employment rights recap: Elite sportswomen and pregnancy – Entitlement to a risk assessment

Employment

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In the UK, pregnant employees are legally entitled to a risk assessment in the workplace to ensure their health and safety, as well as that of their unborn child. This entitlement applies equally to employed elite sportswomen.

13 November 2024

Written by

Sarah MacLarty

Helping to keep your divorces out of court

Family law

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With court typically being the last resort to resolve any disputes, we have outlined several of the diverse out of court options, including the introduction of our one couple, one lawyer option to make this sensitive and emotional time as straightforward as possible.

28 March 2025

Written by

Clare Webb

How to manage the costs of your family law matter

Family law

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Sarah Wood-Heath shares what you can do to help keep the legal costs of your family law matter as low as possible.

10 November 2021

Martyn’s Law and the protection of premises

Crime & regulatory

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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.

19 May 2025

Written by

Tim Williamson

and

Sam Harkness

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

Agriculture

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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

Physical retail isn’t dead – it’s evolving

Retail & leisure

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The opening of a new flagship Marks & Spencer store in Bristol city centre is a clear signal that traditional high street retail remains relevant – and can thrive – alongside online shopping across the UK.

20 October 2025

Written by

Amanda French

Working with us in Bristol

Can Labour’s ambitious green energy agenda become reality by 2030?

Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments

Count-down to identity verification for directors and PSCs and new rules for company registers

Does a Will go out of date?

Employment rights recap: Elite sportswomen and pregnancy – Entitlement to a risk assessment

Helping to keep your divorces out of court

How to manage the costs of your family law matter

Martyn’s Law and the protection of premises

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

Physical retail isn’t dead – it’s evolving

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