As we enter 2025, the pace of change in the world of business and politics continues to quicken amid market turbulence and sluggish growth in the UK, a new and returning President in the US and a raft of other challenges both at home and abroad.
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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New precision breeding legislation will put UK at forefront of Agri-Tech revolution
Agriculture
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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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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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Many consider that inheritances ought to be ring-fenced on divorce for the party to whom it has been left but the law is not that straightforward. However, there are steps which can be taken to minimise the risk of inherited assets being “invaded” in the event of a divorce.
Reforming the Professional Negligence Pre-Action Protocol: Why penalties for non-engagement with ADR are so important
Commercial litigation and disputes
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The Professional Negligence Pre-Action Protocol (PAP) was initially introduced in July 2001 to provide a framework for parties involved in claims of professional negligence to engage in early discussions before starting formal legal proceedings.
Written by
John Flint
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Thinking about joining a company share scheme or offering one to your employees? Share schemes can be a great way to reward staff and build loyalty, but they also come with important tax and legal considerations.
Over recent years, it has become clear that the NHS is in crisis with over 350,000 people waiting over a year for treatment and with cancer waiting times for 2023 in England being the worst on record.
The significance of international post and prenups for professional athletes
Family law
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Professional sports athletes often move abroad to enhance their careers, in these scenarios a pre- or post-nuptial agreement should be seriously considered.
Written by
Chris Longbottom
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