Advantages and disadvantages of loan notes
Loan notes are a common way for businesses to raise money. Companies use them to support growth, bridge funding gaps, or refinance existing debt. Loan notes bring in investment without giving up equity or control. But like any financial tool, they come with risks. This guide explains the key advantages and disadvantages of loan notes. […]
Loan notes: Flexible finance for business growth
Loan notes are a flexible and popular way for businesses in England to raise money. They are used in many situations, from day-to-day corporate financing to complex deals like mergers and acquisitions. In this guide, we explain what loan notes are, how they work, and how they could help your business. What are loan notes? […]
A modern approach to parental leave? Government launches landmark review in 2025
The UK Government has launched a review into parental leave and pay this week, marking what could become a defining moment for working families and forward-thinking employers. The review, part of the Government’s broader “Plan to Make Work Pay,” promises to reassess statutory maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave (SPL), with a clear aim: to […]
Navigating surrogacy: Current laws, challenges, and future reforms
What are the current laws governing surrogacy in the UK? In the UK, surrogacy is primarily governed by the Surrogacy Arrangements Act 1985 and certain provisions within the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 2008. Under these laws, the surrogate mother is legally considered the child’s parent at birth. Legal parenthood can then be transferred through […]
Avoiding a logistical nightmare: The importance of clear contract terms
In the fast moving world of logistics, timing, trust and accuracy matter. Yet, you would be surprised by how many logistics companies still rely on outdated, generic or even borrowed contracts often without fully understanding what those terms actually mean or how they apply. As corporate commercial lawyers working closely with logistics companies across the […]
Employment rights bill: What’s changing and when
An “Implementing the Employment Rights Bill Roadmap” has now been published by the Government. This Roadmap sets out a timeline of the upcoming changes and shows how the Government is preparing for the implementation of the Employment Rights Bill. The changes are being phased in gradually over a period of time to allow for further […]
Spotting the signs of Aortic Dissection
Aortic dissection is a serious condition where the inner layer of the aorta, the body’s main artery, tears and blood rushes between the layers of the aortic wall. This weakens the aorta and can potentially lead to rupture of blood flow to vital organs. Aortic dissection is a life-threatening medical emergency that needs urgent diagnosis […]
Employment tribunal backlog in 2025: Practical insight for employers and employees
Employment Tribunal backlogs continue to swell, with a reported 49,800 open cases at the end of 2024, a 23% on the previous year, leaving roughly 450,000 individuals waiting for resolution. The average claim for unfair dismissal or discrimination now sits in the queue for about 12 months before it is listed for hearing. During that […]
Making a Will: Who will inherit if you don’t decide?
Have you thought about what would happen to your assets if you died without a Will? It’s a difficult topic to consider, but putting a Will in place is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family and future. Shockingly, research by pension and insurance company Canada Life has consistently […]
The NHS maternity crisis: the statistics demand urgent action
The state of NHS maternity services is a national concern and the government has announced a plan of action. In a move that will resonate with many families, Health Secretary Wes Streeting has launched a rapid investigation into 10 of England’s worst-performing maternity units, alongside a broader review of systemic failings. This follows the 2024 […]
Limb lengthening and reconstruction orthopaedic surgeries: When medical negligence may arise
Limb lengthening and reconstruction surgeries are advanced orthopaedic procedures used to treat various conditions such as congenital limb discrepancies, traumatic injuries, and deformities caused by infection or bone cancer. These surgeries can significantly improve a patient’s quality of life by restoring mobility, alleviating pain, and improving limb function. However, the complex nature of these procedures […]
Supreme Court clarifies developer and designer responsibilities under Building Safety Act
URS Corporation Ltd v BDW Trading Ltd [2025] UKSC 21 In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has provided vital clarification on the responsibilities of developers and construction professionals when it comes to building safety under the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA). The background: safety obligations in a post-Grenfell world Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, […]
