Insights

The practical gaps appearing in redundancy, whistleblowing and contract documentation since the Employment Rights Act 2025 took effect.

Why acting now on employment policies puts employers ahead of the most significant changes still to come.

Redundancy risk, whistleblowing exposure and outdated policies — and the Employment Rights Act 2025 behind them.

Grant Saw's Residential Property team is expanding, with two new solicitors joining the department — Charles James and Mary Ogunleye.

The changes to Business Property Relief (“BPR”) and Agricultural Property Relief (“APR”), which came into force in April 2026, mark a significant shift in the inheritance tax position for business owners and farmers. Whilst the reliefs remain in place, the way they operate has changed in a meaningful way.

Anyone bringing a claim, making an application or enforcing a judgment will pay revised county court claim fees and other HMCTS charges from 13 July 2026. The Ministry of Justice has announced the changes, which are subject to parliamentary approval, with the stated aim of strengthening cost recovery, improving consistency in how and where fees are charged, and maintaining fair access to justice.