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First Use of Crypto Asset Freezing Powers under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023
01 Aug 2025The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has taken a significant step in its fight against financial crime by freezing over £10,865 in Bitcoin and £289 in USDC belonging to Richard Yeowart, the CEO of Arena TV (you can view the press release here)
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Renters' Rights Bill: what it means for lenders
31 Jul 2025The Renters' Rights Bill (Bill) promises to transform the private rented sector (PRS), with tenants set to receive significant new protections. For lenders with exposure to residential investment portfolios, these reforms raise important risks and operational considerations.
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Transferring money during divorce: key legal pitfalls explained
31 Jul 2025Thinking of hiding or moving money during divorce? Here's why full disclosure isn’t just expected—it's legally required, and failing to do so can lead to serious and costly consequences.
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Concussions in rugby: Why Garry Ringrose put safety first
31 Jul 2025Head injuries in rugby, and many other sports, are a serious concern, and recognising the signs early can make all the difference in preventing long-term consequences.
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The Abolition of the Shareholder Rule: Jardine Strategic Holdings Ltd v Oasis Investments
30 Jul 2025Judgment has just been handed down by the Privy Council in the landmark decision of Jardine Strategic Holdings Ltd & another v Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd & 80 others (No. 2) [2025] UKPC 34. This decision, which abolishes the so-called "shareholder rule", represents a significant shift in corporate law regarding shareholder rights and corporate privilege.
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Beauty treatments: High fashion or high risk?
29 Jul 2025The Chartered Trading Standards Institute has released important guidance on “at home” beauty treatments, and the risks that are posed in using them. Beauty treatments such as lash lifts and manicures are becoming more and more accessible at home, with kits that appear to be great value for money being sold online. But do you know the risks you are exposing yourself to by using them?
