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The Employment Rights Act is a call to action for employers 

A new year, a new employment framework: what employers need to know about the Employment Rights Act passed by parliament in December 2025.

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Chancellor takes centre stage for Budget performance

This Autumn Budget round-up highlights the key measures for individuals and businesses, from frozen tax thresholds and adjusted investment incentives to changes in property, pensions and savings. The Chancellor opted for targeted tax rises and selective pro-growth measures over major reforms.

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Mind the energy gap: Commercial landlords face a closing window on EPC compliance

Upcoming changes to commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements mean landlords face tightening rules on energy efficiency, with the Government expected to confirm the next phase of Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) by the end of 2025.

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What companies need to know about the management of dormant companies by Companies House

The scrutiny of dormant companies has increased due to a shift in policy as part of a broader regulatory effort to ensure that businesses remain compliant with corporate laws, while also addressing concerns related to the misuse of dormant entities. As a result, businesses with dormant status need to be aware of the rules, how […]

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Important changes to company accounts filing requirements

Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, significant changes to the way companies file their annual accounts will come into effect starting 1 April 2027.

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Confirmation codes become mandatory in Companies House filings from mid-November 2025

From 15 November 2025, Companies House will require a confirmation code for all filings to enhance security and prevent fraud. Learn what this change means for your business and how RIAA Barker Gillette can help you stay compliant.

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When is a gift of the family home, not a gift?

A gift of the family home may trigger Capital Gains Tax, Income Tax, Stamp Duty Tax and Inheritance Tax.

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Get your skates on to get moving

For those looking to sell their property in 2023, house movers should get themselves race-ready in the face of extended timeframes to achieve completion and ensure that all the paperwork is up to date and ready before they put up the sale board.

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Can a lease extension remove burdensome ground rent charges?

On 30 June 2022, Parliament enacted the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022. This long-awaited reform ended the charging of ground rent payments to owners of new residential long leases of single dwellings in England and Wales by their landlord.

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Prenuptial agreements; have you got yours?

The benefits of having a prenuptial agreement: why every couple should consider one.

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Protect SMEs from corporate criminal liability

The law treats corporations as separate legal entities, but to what extent can your employees' actions result in your business being found criminally liable?

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Divorce applications at ten-year high

On 6 April 2022, the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act (2020) came into force - a landmark reform introducing ‘no-fault divorce’ for couples ending their marriage.

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