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What the Thirsk v Thirsk ruling means for your estate plans

If you're worried that a loved one's will might not provide fairly for you, the High Court's recent decision in Thirsk v Thirsk may be useful to know about. 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.

For most practice it is still not worth moving GMS or PMS practices into limited companies but what about moving the premises into the ownership of a company which is owned by the partners? We consider the pros and cons of this together with Sebastian Beard of Simpkins Edwards.

PCNs have had the option of incorporating since 2019. Previously we felt that incorporation was worth it for some but not others. However we now think that, given the way that neighborhood agenda is developing, those PCNs who haven't incorporated yet really ought to get on and do it now.

GP practices are under growing pressure to improve the environmental performance of their premises. We explore the funding options available and the key property issues to consider before works begin.

From 30 October 2026, independent trade unions will have a new statutory right to seek physical and digital access to workplaces in order to meet, support, recruit and organise workers, and to facilitate collective bargaining. The right applies to all employers with 21 or more workers, meaning the vast majority of charities of any real size will be in scope, whether or not they currently recognise a trade union.

This article explores some of the reasons why charitable companies and community interest companies may want to convert to become a charitable incorporated organisation and sets out (in brief) the process.