The Burnham Government | Early Business Reforms and What They Mean for UK Companies
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Euan McLaughlin
- 24 Jul 2026
- Law Blog
- Corporate & Commercial
Within days of taking office, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has begun setting out a clear economic agenda focused on supporting high streets, devolving economic power and stimulating regional growth. While many details remain to be announced, businesses should already be assessing how these early measures may affect their operations, costs and future growth plans.
Read moreWhat Help is Available for First-Time Buyers?
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Alice Solomon
- 20 Jul 2026
- Law Blog
- Residential Property
According to the BBC, the average age for a first-time buyer is now 34, the highest in decades. Only six per cent of first-time buyers are under 25, compared to a quarter of those buying their first homes in the 1990s. Given the difficulties for young people getting onto the property ladder, Alice Solomon, an Associate, Chartered Legal Executive in the Residential Property team with Sills & Betteridge explains some of the help available to first-time buyers in terms of government-backed schemes and other sources of support.
Read moreSills & Betteridge LLP supports Global Creative Business in Employee Ownership Milestone
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Euan McLaughlin
- 17 Jul 2026
- Law Blog
- Firm News
- Corporate & Commercial
Corporate Partner Euan McLaughlin recently supported leading global strategy and design studio Dalziel & Pow with their transition to ownership by an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Dalziel & Pow work globally, creating iconic brands & experiences across the retail, service and culture sectors – with highlights including the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin and clients as varied as Adidas, Google and Marks & Spencer.
Read moreFamily Lawyer Brings Expert Divorce & Financial Remedies Advice to Bawtry
Individuals and families across Bawtry and the surrounding area will now have easier access to specialist family law advice, with experienced solicitor and partner Emma Lawler now available for appointments in Bawtry.
Read moreSexual Offences Law | What Has Changed and What It Means for You
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Katie Scott
- 4 Jul 2026
- Law Blog
- Crime
The legal landscape around sexual offences in England and Wales is undergoing its most significant transformation in years. New statutes have created entirely new categories of offence, enforcement is intensifying, and the courts are prosecuting more cases than at any point in a decade. If you are facing an allegation, understanding these developments is essential.
Read moreNo Proof, No Claim? Not Necessarily
Think you don't have enough evidence for a personal injury claim? Discover seven ways to support your claim, even if you gathered no evidence at the time.
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Euan McLaughlin
Alice Solomon
Emma Lawler
Katie Scott
Josh Carter