By kav
What is family mediation? Family mediation is a structured, confidential process designed to help separating couples and families resolve disputes without going to court. A family mediator acts as a neutral third party, guiding participants through discussions around key issues such as child arrangements, financial settlements, and communication breakdowns following a separation or divorce. Our…
By kav
What is the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025? The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) is a new piece of UK legislation that updates how certain personal data and non-personal data must be managed. This article focuses on the privacy implications for handling personal data. Many of the changes introduced by DUAA are…
By kav
As part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, November 2025 saw the beginning of a phased implementation for compulsory identity (ID) verification checks for company directors and people with significant control (PSCs) to come into force, with different requirements coming in at staggered intervals during the transitional phase. Why are compulsory identity…
By kav
Partners at Knights have urged the Government to consult more widely on proposals to ban upwards-only rent reviews. Currently, renters of commercial property will only see their rent increase or remain the same following landlord reviews, but the new proposals will give the option for rent to be reduced based on how the market is looking. Concerns…
By amber
If you’re a small business taking on tech giants like Google and Apple, a B2C company navigating new consumer rules, or a large organisation exploring mergers and acquisitions, the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC Act) will likely affect you. This landmark legislation is the biggest shake-up in UK business and consumer regulations…