Laying down the law on backfilling
Two recent cases provide some, if by no means exhaustive, examples for quarry operators considering…
January 27, 2026 By Chris Tofts
Agri-politics in spotlight at rural seminar
Farmers and farming businesses will gather to hear the latest agricultural updates from a trio…
January 27, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Solar Airspace Leases – Key Considerations for Business Owners
Have you considered installing solar photovoltaic panels on your roof but been deterred by the…
January 23, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Neighbourhood Planning and NPPF Update
This article aims to explore recent case law and the NPPF consultation which highlights the…
January 16, 2026 By Chris Tofts
Get to know your legal advisor – James Snell
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
January 14, 2026 By Stephens Scown
What is the West Somerset Tidal Lagoon?
The West Somerset Tidal Lagoon has been in the news again, with the Guardian recently…
January 13, 2026 By Kate Evans
Strategic Guidance for Professional Service Firms: Proactive Governance in the AI & Data Era
Immediate action is essential for regulatory readiness and innovation in legal, accounting, and advisory practices.…
January 12, 2026 By Amy Ralston
Community Asset Transfers — 4 Hidden Legal Traps in Devolution Deals
Principal councils are increasingly devolving buildings, parks and open spaces to town and parish councils,…
January 9, 2026 By Lydia Hart
Cobden v Cobden – resolving business partnership disputes
In what is a significant case in the resolution of partner disputes, Stephens Scown’s Dispute…
January 6, 2026 By Helen Prince
When shared owners staircase and sell: what registered providers need to get right
Whether a shared owner is carrying out the final staircasing of a property or they…
December 31, 2025 By Anna Foster
Make the right choice – conflicts of interest for charity trustees
Conflicts of interest are commonplace in the charity sector. Trustees have a duty to act…
December 22, 2025 By Olivia Miller
Five recent announcements that affect charities
In the midst of a constantly changing legal landscape, charities should be aware of recent…
December 22, 2025 By Stephens Scown