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Procurement Challenges under the Procurement Act 2023

Procurement Challenges under the Procurement Act 2023

01 January 2026

Taking prompt advice is essential if you want to challenge the outcome of a procurement, as unsuccessful bidders have just eight working days within which to issue court proceedings if they want to benefit from the automatic suspension provided for in the Act, which prevents the contracting authority from awarding the contract to anyone else.

Otherwise, there is a time limit of 30 days to issue proceedings. This guide sets out the key information about public procurement challenges that bidders and contracting authorities need to know under the Procurement Act 2023.

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GDPR Packages

22 December 2025

Ready to take control of your data protection strategy? Explore our comprehensive GDPR Packages designed to help organisations navigate the complexities of data protection and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Spouse Visa UK Guide 2026

13 October 2025

Our immigration solicitors have a proven track record of obtaining fiancé, spouse and unmarried partner visa for applicants wishing to come to the UK as the partner of a British/ Irish citizen or person present and settled in the UK.

Get your Tech business ready for market

Get your tech business ready for market

13 October 2025

Selling a business is never straightforward — and in today’s market, tech businesses face a unique set of challenges and opportunities. With buyers carrying out increasingly rigorous due diligence, particularly around compliance and regulatory matters, it’s essential for tech founders and SME owners to be well-prepared ahead of a potential exit. Early preparation can drive up value, reduce transaction costs, and help avoid delays during the sale process.

We recommend taking the following steps to ensure your business is best placed to capitalise upon a quick and efficient sale process.

Recruiting teachers from overseas publication

Recruiting teachers from overseas

05 March 2025

Our immigration solicitors schools increasingly rely on international talent to fill teaching and administrative roles, navigating the complexities of the UK’s Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) and Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) processes has become more critical than ever.

Privacy matters: How the 8 data subject rights protect personal data

03 March 2025

In this guide we explore the 8 data subject rights under the UK GDPR and discover how they play a vital role in preserving your organisation’s privacy standards in an increasingly interconnected world.

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A guide on redundancy and settlement agreements

07 February 2024

A short guide on redundancy and settlement agreements

Freehold Block Management – Regulation of ASTs

28 July 2023

This guide is correct as at July 2023. The regulatory requirements have, in recent years, become greater and more complex, and mistakes or omissions at the time an AST is granted can lead to problems for freeholders in obtaining possession further down the line.

Freehold Block Management – Tenants taking control – Right to manage

08 June 2023

This guide aims to provide freeholders and managing agents with a brief overview of the ‘Right to Manage’ procedure including when it applies and what to do if leaseholders serve notice under the CLRA.

Freehold Block Management – Tenants taking control – collective enfranchisement

04 May 2023

This guide aims to provide freeholders and managing agents with a brief overview of the first of these two procedures – collective enfranchisement- – including when it applies, how the freehold is valued, and what to do if leaseholders serve notice under the LRHUDA.

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  • 27 March 2026
  • Corporate and M&A

Shareholder Disputes: What to do when disputes arise – Episode 4

Join Stuart Mullins and Jack Hobbs for episode four of our Shareholder Disputes podcast series as they confront the realities of shareholder fallouts and share practical strategies for managing these complex situations.

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  • 24 March 2026
  • Immigration

Spouse Visa – Is your relationship genuine and subsisting?

For years many couples have become frustrated by the requirements for a spouse visa as the rules and guidance are difficult to understand. A significant amount of applications are rejected on the basis of the applicant not providing the adequate documents to evidence the relationship requirement.

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  • 20 March 2026
  • Corporate and M&A

Drag-Along & Tag-Along Rights: Why Every Company Needs Them

When starting a company, very few founders are aware of the potential issues around shares, share ownership and the implications of that when selling their company.

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  • 19 March 2026
  • Privacy and Data Protection

WhatsApp in the Workplace

This article explores the potential risks of using WhatsApp for workplace communications, the implications for GDPR compliance and under UK legislation, and provides practical tips for employers to mitigate these risks.

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  • 16 March 2026
  • Employment

Trade Union Law Changes from April 2026

April brings the next tranche of reforms under the Employment Rights Act 2025 including changes to the statutory recognition scheme making it easier for trade unions to be recognised in the workplace.

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  • 16 March 2026
  • Corporate and M&A

Shareholder Disputes: Managing Shareholder Buyouts and Exits – Episode 3

Join Stuart Mullins and Nicky Goringe Larkin for the third episode of our Shareholder Disputes series, where we move from prevention to resolution—exploring what happens when a founder’s exit becomes unavoidable.