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The High Court’s recent decision in Thirsk v Thirsk offers important guidance for individuals who believe they have not been adequately provided for in a loved one’s will. The case highlights how the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (the "1975 Act") can be used to ensure fair financial provision is made, particularly for spouses, partners, and other dependants.

The Health Bill 2026 is set to transform healthcare delivery in England and Wales. This article explores the Bill’s key provisions, implications of these changes and practical insights on what to expect as the healthcare landscape evolves

The government has announced a package of measures aimed at helping high-growth businesses expand in the UK, including a visa reimbursement scheme. 

The First-tier Tribunal has held that workers engaged by an umbrella company were employed only during individual assignments, rather than under a continuous overarching contract. The decision provides a detailed analysis of mutuality of obligation and may be of wider interest in employment status disputes.

The government has launched a consultation examining whether existing employment rights for unpaid carers remain fit for purpose and seeking views on potential new rights, including paid carer's leave and a statutory entitlement to paid leave for parents of seriously ill children.

Many GPs and healthcare providers are unsure whether HMRC's Trust Registration Service applies to their surgery premises or other property arrangements. The rules appear complex but for most practices the position is more straightforward than it may seem.