Shareholder Agreements: The One Document Every Business Partner Needs (But Most Don’t Have)
Picture this. Two friends start a business. It goes well for three years. Then one of them wants to sell their shares to an outside investor the other partner can’t stand. Or one of them stops showing up. Or one of them gets divorced, and their spouse is now technically entitled to half their shares. […]
The End of the AST: What Every Landlord in England Must Know Right Now
The tenancy agreement that almost every private landlord in England has relied upon for the past 30 years — the Assured Shorthold Tenancy, or AST — no longer exists in law. As of 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 swept away the AST framework that has governed the private rented sector since 28 […]
Do You Need FCA Authorisation for Your Crypto Business? A Plain-English Guide
The question we are hearing most from crypto founders and business owners right now is a simple one: “Does this apply to me?” It is a fair question. The new UK cryptoasset regulatory framework, brought in by the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Cryptoassets) Regulations 2026, is comprehensive. But not every business that touches […]
UK Crypto Regulation 2026: What Every Crypto Business Must Do Before September
The rules have changed. If you run a business that touches cryptocurrency in the UK — whether you’re an exchange, a custodian, a stablecoin issuer, or even a DeFi platform with a UK-facing interface — the legal landscape beneath your feet shifted dramatically on 4 February 2026. That was the day the Financial Services and Markets Act […]
How to Set Up a UK Company as a Non-Resident: A Complete Guide
The short answer to how to set up a UK company as a non-resident is this: you can do it entirely online, without ever setting foot in the United Kingdom. The UK has one of the most open and straightforward company registration systems in the world, and overseas nationals and foreign businesses are fully entitled […]
ESG Disputes: Can You Be Sued for Your Supply Chain’s Carbon Footprint?
As we move through 2026, the era of “voluntary” sustainability reporting has come to an abrupt end. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria have transitioned from marketing slogans to hard legal obligations. For directors and legal teams, the most significant shift isn’t what is happening within their own four walls—it is what is happening miles […]
Earned Settlement in the UK: Our Client Questions About the Proposed Changes to ILR
Following our previous update on the Government’s proposed “Earned Settlement” reforms, many clients have contacted us with questions about how the new rules may affect their personal circumstances. The proposals, which are currently under Parliamentary scrutiny following the recent committee session, would significantly change how migrants qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). In particular, the standard 5-year […]
Easter Child Contact Guide for Separated Parents (UK): How to Agree Holiday Arrangements Without Conflict
Easter should be a time of family, celebration, and spring renewal. But for separated or divorced parents, the school holidays can quickly become stressful, especially when both parents want meaningful time with their children. Whether this is your first Easter co‑parenting or you’re refining an existing routine, understanding your legal position and planning early can help […]
The Future of the Road in 2026: How Self-Driving Cars and E‑Scooters Are Transforming UK Transport and the Law
The British high street and motorways have undergone a quiet but profound transformation over the last decade. Many of us will remember the “Green Cross Code”, the construction of the Dual Carriagways, Robin Reliant cars and Leyland Motors. All of course, in the name of expansion and growth of the modern highway system and travelling for […]