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The Department for Business & Trade has published an updated timeline setting out the implementation dates for the various changes introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025. The key updated...
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A derivative claim is a legal action brought by a company member on behalf of the company in respect of alleged wrongdoing by a director. The procedure governing derivative claims...
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Many people still think pre-nuptial agreements are only for celebrities or the very wealthy. In reality, they are now used by many different couples, especially where family assets or a...
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A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties. It may be written, agreed verbally, or implied from the parties’ conduct. Recording agreements in writing with clear...
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This article has been produced following the final session of the Ashtons Legal and Chadwicks Wealth ‘Strategic Exit Programme’ session on preparing for succession, sale and long-term value. It looks...
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Under sections 994 to 999 of the Companies Act 2006, shareholders may petition the court where the company’s affairs have been, or are being, conducted in a manner that is...
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This article has been produced following the second session of the Ashtons Legal and Chadwicks Wealth ‘Strategic Exit Programme’ series, which explores how business owners can better prepare for succession, sale,...
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The Employment Appeal Tribunal’s decision in Truman v SPL Powerlines UK Ltd and others [2026] EAT 54 highlights the legal risks of applying a blanket approach to positive drug test...
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Fixed-term contracts are widely used across many sectors to support temporary staffing needs, project-based work, and cover during periods of absence. Although these arrangements provide flexibility for both employers and...
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From 6 April 2026, reforms announced in the 2025 Budget have expanded eligibility for Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) schemes. What is an EMI scheme? An EMI scheme is a government-backed...
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The Emerging Companies team at Ashtons has advised Norwich safeguarding start-up Aidos on its seed funding round. Aidos is a fast-growing safeguarding technology that makes children and teachers in photos...
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This article has been produced following the first session of the Ashtons Legal and Chadwicks Wealth ‘Strategic Exit Programme’ series, which explores how business owners can better prepare for succession,...
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