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Manchester City, compensation and the limitation clock

Manchester City has been found guilty of breaching Premier League rules. Martin De Ridder explains whether rival clubs can still claim compensation, and why time limits decide it.

2 October 2026 · 7 min read

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Disputes
Renters' Rights Act: how evictions work now Section 21 has gone

Section 21 ended on 1 May 2026. Our Property Litigation Team explains how Section 8 possession claims work now and what landlords and tenants should do.

24 September 20265 min read
Employment
Significant changes to employment tribunal claims: what employers need to know

Tribunal time limits, qualifying service and compensation caps are all changing. Jason Alcock explains what the changes mean for employers and how to prepare.

23 September 20263 min read
Wills and probate
Pension Inheritance Tax Changes from April 2027

From 6 April 2027 unused pensions will count towards Inheritance Tax. Ansons Law explains what is changing, who it affects and why estate planning matters now.

22 September 20263 min read
Family law
Living together but not married: your rights

There is no such thing as common law marriage. With reform still only a proposal, here is what unmarried couples in England and Wales need to know right now.

9 September 20266 min read
Commercial property
Breaking point: how to exercise a commercial break clause

A break clause lets a landlord or tenant end a commercial lease early, but only if it is exercised properly. Louise Palmer explains how to get it right.

8 September 20265 min read
Wills and probate
Probate Services in the UK: A Complete Guide for 2026

Learn about UK probate and estate administration services, fixed-fee options, small estate rules, and when to use a solicitor for executor support.

10 August 202615 min read
Employment
Training cost clawbacks: enforceable or a restraint of trade?

The Court of Appeal has ruled a training cost clawback unenforceable in Geeks Ltd v Watts. What does it mean for employers? Jason Alcock explains.

23 July 20265 min read
Disputes
Whose Land is it Anyway? A Brief Guide to Adverse Possession

Adverse possession can let someone claim land they occupy but do not own. We explain how claims work and how landowners can protect themselves.

16 July 20264 min read
Disputes
Renters' Rights Act now in force: what landlords and tenants need to know

The Renters' Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026. Watch our podcast and read the key changes affecting landlords and tenants across England.

2 May 20262 min read