THIS ISSUE
David Hookins and Maria Guida consider the impact of energy performance certificates
News In Brief
The new offence of glorifying terrorism will make Britain less safe, says Imran Awan
The Practitioner
ADR: should we be more alternative? Steven Friel investigates
How will compensation for Northern Rock shareholders be assessed? Peter Ashford investigates
Stephen Acton reports on changes to directors' duties
News In brief
MOVERS & SHAKERS
mfg Solicitors—Tracy Ashby
Birmingham partner returns to private client practice
No5 Barristers’ Chambers—Ian Tullett, Daniel Griffiths & Marc Forrest-Thomas
Set introduces C-suite leadership team to support continued growth
Coodes Solicitors—17 promotions
Firm promotes 17 lawyers, including five new partners, across multiple practice areas
NEWS
As family structures evolve, the law may face difficult questions about inheritance rights for those in polyamorous relationships
A series of procedural developments could have significant practical consequences for litigators. Writing in NLJ this week, columnist Stephen Gold highlights important updates ranging from digital court reforms to family procedure and admissions of liability
Global mobility is transforming family law, creating new challenges around jurisdiction, assets and child arrangements
The civil justice landscape could be heading for a shake-up, with reform of the Solicitors Act 1974 gathering pace
Employers are being urged to prepare now for far-reaching employment law changes taking effect in January 2027
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