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Autumn Budget 2026: what the NHS technology investment could mean for AI and robotics businesses

News of the recent cyber incident at ASOS has attracted significant media attention and highlights…

November 3, 2026

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Stephens Scown advises on the sale of a talent management business as the creator economy sector continues to grow 

Leading South West law firm Stephens Scown has advised London based Outreach Talent Group (OTG)…

October 6, 2026 By Stephens Scown

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Most people are aware that they can raise concerns with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)…

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Drones have been increasing in popularity over recent years and now more people than ever…

September 17, 2026 By Thomas Chartres-Moore

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One of the most talked about adverts of 2018 depicts a cartoon orangutan causing havoc…

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Since our previous article on Autonomous and AI Ships in 2021, there has been little…

September 17, 2026 By Joey Medway

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Recent impressive developments in technology within the marine industry raise important issues for marine businesses…

September 17, 2026 By Stephens Scown

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Understanding Usage Rights: A Practical Guide for Talent Management Agencies

Content usage rights can become an area of contention in influencer marketing, particularly where the…

September 1, 2026 By Amy Ralston

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Hidden Intellectual Property, IT and Data Protection Risks in Leisure and Tourism Transactions

A leisure or tourism business’s intellectual property (IP), IT systems and data assets can represent…

August 25, 2026 By Alexandra James

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How a Brexit “no deal” could affect your trade marks and designs?

With Brexit never far from the headlines the Stephens Scown intellectual property team explains what…

August 24, 2026 By Stephens Scown

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Am I personally liable if my company infringes the law?

While Limited companies largely protect you from being held personally liable, there are some circumstances…

August 24, 2026 By Richard Slater

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