Biodiversity Net Gain and Tax: New HMRC Guidance Brings Clarity for Rural Landowners
The expansion of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), nutrient neutrality and carbon markets is creating valuable…
July 24, 2026 By Neve McLennan
Stephens Scown recognised once again in Chambers High Net Worth Guide
Stephens Scown has celebrated new success in the latest Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide, with the…
July 23, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Robotics and Robot as a Service: Structuring for Growth and Risk Management
Robotics businesses are increasingly adopting service led models, where hardware, embedded software and AI are…
July 23, 2026 By Amy Ralston
Commercial Agency – Indemnity vs Compensation Payments
In the fourth of this series, we discuss the differences between indemnity payments and compensation…
July 22, 2026 By Gemma Mittell
Does an Inheritance Act claim survive my death?
You have spent considerable time, money and effort building a case against your loved one’s…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
“One of the very best in the South West” leading SW divorce lawyer gains top honours
A divorce lawyer from Stephens Scown has been featured on an independent list of some…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Biodiversity net-gain – an introduction for landowners
To secure planning permission, all new developments must be able to demonstrate a 10% increase…
July 21, 2026 By Tom Graham
Foreign holidays and quarantine – what should employers do?
What are the current holiday rules and what should employers do if their staff have…
July 21, 2026 By Ellie Hibberd
Employee owned law firm increases profit share staff pay-out
The first large law firm in the UK to bring in employee ownership has shared…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
How does the court treat family loans?
When funding is provided by a family member, is it essential to agree in advance…
July 21, 2026 By Tamsin Best
Welsh government name increased renewable energy uptake as a national priority
The Welsh government have published a new Natural Resources Policy (NRP), which sets out increased…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Commercial terms: laying the foundations for a sustainable commercial relationship
Starting a new commercial relationship can be an exciting and busy time. While it is…
July 21, 2026 By Tim Lane