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US investment into UK Real Estate

From California to the Cotswolds: why Americans are investing in UK property

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UK Budget 2025

With five key proposals left out of the UK Budget, did the Chancellor of the Exchequer do enough to reassure?

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UK Renters' Rights Act

Landlords: Are you making the most of the UK's current pre-implementation window?

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US Nationals in the UK

Navigating the special relationship: Traps and pitfalls for US persons in the UK

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What the local search outage means for homebuyers and lenders

Cyberattacks have cut off planning portals and disrupted key checks

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19 Feb 2026 3 min read

I am a dual national British citizen. What should I do about the rule changes coming into force on 25 February 2026?

Immigration Partner, Zoe Jacob provides clear guidance for dual British citizens on the stricter UK entry requirements coming into force on 25 February 2026. She highlights what documents will be needed, how to avoid travel disruption and what to do if urgent travel is required.

18 Feb 2026 3 min read

What the local search outage means for buyers and lenders after the cyberattack

In PrimeResi, Residential Property Partner, Saskia Arthur outlines how creative workarounds, alternative information sources and increasing reliance on indemnity insurance are keeping transactions moving despite significant delays to local‑authority searches. Her insights highlight the practical solutions helping buyers, sellers and lenders navigate ongoing disruption in the planning system.

12 Feb 2026 2 min read

The new £2.5m BPR allowance: Opportunities and shareholder risks

Could restructuring your options for shareholdings help you unlock the new £2.5m BPR allowance, or create new risks? In Business & Accountancy Daily, Private Wealth Senior Associate, James Woods‑Davison explains that while the increased allowance offers inheritance tax opportunities, having multiple minority shareholdings can expose businesses to governance pressures and unfair‑prejudice claims. Strong governance and clear decision‑making are essential to protect long‑term value.

10 Feb 2026 5 min read

Family Businesses: are your articles and shareholders’ agreement in need of an update?

Is your Family Business running on outdated documents? Corporate Partner, Charlie Hewlett explores why long‑forgotten articles of association and shareholders’ agreements can hold back modern family enterprises, and how refreshing them can strengthen control, succession and the clarity families rely on.