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The case of Barstow and others v Green Generation Energy Networks Cymru Limited provides comprehensive judgement on an acquiring authorities right of entry and survey prior to making a Compulsory Purchase Order under the Housing and Planning Act 2016. It provides key guidance for those looking to use statutory access powers for surveys.

In the case of Samra & Anor v Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, the Upper Tribunal was asked to decide whether the claimants, the Samras, having received an award of compensation from the tribunal following a decision in February 2026 were entitled to their costs in pursuing that award on an indemnity basis, or on the standard basis. If the former as they claimed, then the quantum of costs, where in dispute, would be resolved in their favour.

Lucy Waller was employed as a programme coordinator at Swann Engineering Group from April 2022 until August 2024. During her employment Lucy had been experiencing some health issues and undergone tests for perimenopause, which had come back negative. However, some of her symptoms were commonly associated with the menopause transition. Lucy had kept her manager informed.

A Family Investment Company (FIC) is a corporate structure, that provides a flexible and tax efficient way to transfer wealth across generations whilst maintaining control. In this article, we cover how to set up a FIC and the benefits of using them to transfer wealth across generations. 1. Incorporation of an investment company The FIC is commonly set up as either a private limited company or an unlimited private company incorporated in England and Wales.

Deborah will chair the session ‘Raising capital and managing refinancing risk’. This panel will explore strategies for raising capital in the healthcare sector, with expert insights and practical tips from Nick Essex, acting chief executive officer and chief finance officer of Liaise and Jamie Stuart, co-founder and chief commercial officer of Fortava Healthcare.

Deborah will chair the session ‘Raising capital and managing refinancing risk’. This panel will explore strategies for raising capital in the healthcare sector, with expert insights and practical tips from Nick Essex, acting chief executive officer and chief finance officer of Liaise and Jamie Stuart, co-founder and chief commercial officer of Fortava Healthcare.

Most trustees who have faced an actual or potential conflict of interest will be able to recall the reaction of their critics. The oft-favoured refrain is, usually, some iteration of the following ultimatum: either the trustee must resign immediately, or 'face the consequences'. Such 'consequences' will be unpalatable and deftly contrasted with the quiet dignity of a discrete exit; they are likely to include a threat to remove the trustee by force or an allegation of breach of fiduciary duty.

The Law Society has published new guidance and a practical checklist to help in-house lawyers respond to the growing legal and governance challenges posed by climate change. The guidance builds on the Law Society's 2023 climate change guidance for lawyers and is intended to help legal teams apply their professional duties in an in-house environment. The publication reflects a wider shift in how climate change is viewed.

The High Court's recent decision in Brinner v Brinner & Ors [2026] EWHC 1462 (Ch) provides a helpful reminder that an executor's appointment is not beyond challenge and that the court's primary concern will always be the due and proper administration of the estate.

Our private wealth disputes team acted for the court-appointed independent administrators in the recent case of Teixeira v Moaven. This notable case shows that the court will look beyond formal estate paperwork where strong evidence suggests it does not reflect reality. It also illustrates the value of independent administrators where a claimant lacks the means to pursue a complex asset claim alone.