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Cyber security scrutiny set to intensify for tech and infrastructure providers
The UK’s proposed Cyber Security and Resilience Bill is poised to expand the regulatory perimeter for a broad range of technology-enabled businesses, signalling a marked increase in scrutiny for companies operating in critical or quasi-critical infrastructure sectors. Under the anticipated framework, more organisations will be brought into scope. Notably, this includes businesses involved in the provision and…
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When does a share transfer trigger sponsor licence consequences? Corporate restructuring and immigration compliance risks for UK sponsor licence holders
Corporate transactions are rarely assessed through an immigration compliance lens. However, for UK businesses that hold a sponsor licence, changes in ownership, control, or corporate structure can have immediate and significant consequences for their ability to employ sponsored workers. For businesses reliant on international talent, disruption to…
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Ginger v Mickleburgh [2026] – the importance of following the golden rule
Michael Gwilliam, the divorced father of adult daughters, died in 2022 having always stated to numerous people that he wanted to die intestate, so his estate went to his four daughters. However, on his death it transpired that he had made a will in 2014, which left 75% of his…
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Enforcing successful family law judgment in a financial matter
The highly experienced team at Branch Austin McCormick have a specialised skill set when it comes to enforcing judgments. This article discusses enforcement generally and provides some recent anonymised case law examples. Much like the rest of family law, enforcement very much turns on its own facts and practical considerations are always worth carefully considering with one of our…
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Case Study: Defending an application for financial relief after an overseas divorce
What was the case? Mira acted on behalf of an ex-wife who finalised a divorce and related financial matters in Singapore, followed by…
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Top 10 tips on preparing for the sale of technology companies
Preparing for the sale of a technology company involves more than looking at financials. For technology businesses, the value of the business often sits in a complex bundle of intangible assets including intellectual property (IP), data rights, software dependencies and unique operational infrastructure. Sellers that invest in pre-sale readiness can…
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Leasehold Reform: England Is Still Waiting
Leasehold reform in England currently occupies a curious position. The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (LFRA) is law. It has passed Parliament, but is currently being challenged in the Courts, and much of it remains unimplemented. Most of its central provisions were never meant to commence immediately and require…
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Renters’ Rights Act 2025: what this means for property owners and tenants
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025, which received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, represents the most significant reform of private renting in England for a generation. This article deals only with the changes to the law in England, separate regulations will apply in Wales and Scotland. Much of the legislation…