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Private prosecutions – A route to justice for the charity sector
Sophie Tang
28 March 2025
Q&A: Sports Direct’s founder wins data dispute in the High Court
In Ashley v HMRC [2025] EWHC 134 (KB), Mike Ashley brought a claim against HMRC arising from an alleged breach of his data protection rights following the making of a tax closure notice. His claim succeeded, but how did he get there?
27 March 2025
Summary of Spring Statement
On 26 March 2025, in the Spring Statement, the Chancellor of the Exchequer set out her continued plans to raise money without raising taxes. The aim is to raise over £1billion in additional tax revenue by 2029-30.
26 March 2025
Cross practice insights part 5: Can private wealth disputes be kept private?
In recent years, there has been a push towards increased open justice in the English courts. Estate disputes are on the rise and often ventilate highly personal details of the parties involved. The media is interested in these stories, especially when they involve high profile individuals.
25 March 2025
The importance of expert evidence when navigating issues of jurisdiction
We have previously written two articles (available here, and here) on the decision of Mr Justice Jacobs in Magomedov and others v TPG Group Holdings (SBS) LP and others, which as handed down in October last year.
17 March 2025
Willing my cryptocurrency away: how to leave cryptoassets in a Will
The increase in the value of cryptoassets has undoubtedly contributed to the continued interest and adoption of this still relatively new asset class across organisations and individuals. The ease of purchasing, selling or transferring a cryptoasset has improved significantly over the last few years (and which has in part stemmed from the development of the regulatory environment). However, there is still a technical barrier to entry. This presents a practical problem; if your assets pass to your loved ones on your death, how do you ensure that they are able to actually access and benefit from any cryptoassets that you hold?
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