The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces significant updates to employment rules, prompting family businesses to review how they manage people and processes. With new requirements around unfair dismissal and tribunal claims, the shift towards more structured and documented practices offers an opportunity to strengthen governance and support long‑term resilience. Partner, Clare Stirzaker and Senior Associate, Joanne Leach outline the key changes and practical steps for family‑owned firms to prepare.

What will the Government’s draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill mean for residential property ownership? Partner, Simon Kerrigan and Senior Associate, Kate Symons unpack the proposals and assess how these reforms could reshape costs, rights and responsibilities for homeowners, while also influencing developers, landlords and existing leaseholders.

Real Estate Partner, Sophie Henwood explores how planning reform is creating a new route for discharging environmental obligations and whether this is likely to serve as a time‑saver or instead represent a further charge on development.

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.