Client Story – Fishy Filaments
When Ian Falconer initially began to explore the potential of plastics recycling in Cornwall, it wasn’t with the intent to…
June 18, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Section 121 Rentcharges: Why Exclusion by Deed of Variation is Becoming the Norm
Estate Rentcharges are a common feature on housing estates, particularly where there are communal areas…
June 16, 2026 By Jessica Ford
Housing Health and Safety Rating System Update – Changes effective from 23 June 2026
After criticism for being overly complex and difficult for landlords and tenants to understand, the…
June 16, 2026 By Nicola Hall
Client Story – Supporting Shiltons’ Silverlining – turning lived experience into lasting impact
When England’s most capped footballer, Peter Shilton CBE, and his wife Steph set out to…
June 11, 2026 By Stephens Scown
New 0.2 Hectare BNG Exemption for Small Development Sites
From 31st July 2026, there will be a new area-based exemption for Biodiversity Net Gain…
June 11, 2026 By Stephanie Crowle Connor
Making Sense of the Employment Rights Act 2025: What It Really Means for GP Practices
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA) represents the largest employment law reform package in decades.…
June 10, 2026 By Laura McFadyen
Employment Rights Act 2025: Why Insolvency Practitioners Need to Prepare Now
How ERA 2025 increases workforce risk, restructuring pressure and employment exposure in distressed business situations.…
June 9, 2026 By Laura McFadyen
Stephens Scown boosts B Corp™ score to 105 following recertification
Leading South West law firm Stephens Scown has successfully achieved B Corp™ recertification, increasing its…
June 9, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Employment Rights Act: A Practical Roadmap for Employers (2026–2027 Changes)
A clear guide to the key reforms, risks and practical steps employers should prioritise ahead…
June 8, 2026 By Laura McFadyen
A Fairer End to Relationships: Understanding the Government’s 2026 Family Law Consultation
The Government has launched a consultation on reforming the financial consequences of relationship breakdown in…
June 5, 2026 By Andrew Barton
What should you do if your child is ill on a contact weekend?
What should you do if your child is ill on a contact weekend? Should they…
June 4, 2026 By Edward Bidder
Can Parental Responsibility be removed or restricted?
Parental Responsibility is all the rights, duties, powers, responsibilities and authority which by law a…
June 4, 2026 By Edward Bidder