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Catriona Attride interviews Doug Wright MBE, philanthropist and businessman, on his successful career with McDonald’s, where he started as a cleaner and worked his way up to franchisee. They discuss the launch of the Ronald McDonald House Charities for sick children, as well as Doug’s latest project, Kids’ Village.
We spoke to Ravi Francis, private client partner in London, about his first year working at Mills & Reeve.
As alternative investments grow in popularity among high-net-worth individuals, so too does the risk of fraud. Whether acquiring a Rothko, a rare Burgundy, or a promising new cryptocurrency, private clients are increasingly exposed to sophisticated scams. Here, we explore how fraud manifests in the worlds of art, fine wine, and digital assets, and how victims have successfully used civil recovery to reclaim their losses.
Michael Eavis, the founder of Glastonbury Festival, has made headlines this week after The Times reported that he’s transferred his shares in the festival’s operational company to his daughter, Emily, and has gifted most of his shares in the festival’s holding company into a family trust. This move happened just before the government’s Autumn Budget announcement in October 2024.
For any business owner safeguarding the future of your company is a primary goal. A significant inheritance tax (IHT) bill can create a major financial burden for your beneficiaries, and this risk is set to increase. With changes to Business Relief (BR) due in April 2026, a standard life insurance policy, when set up correctly, offers a straightforward way to protect your legacy.
The forthcoming changes to inheritance tax rules for individuals holding business or agricultural assets have been well-publicised. What is less well-known is that changes will also affect property within trusts, which are subject to 10-year inheritance tax anniversaries (known as relevant property trusts).
More UK-based private clients are exploring life overseas, often with attractive tax advantages as the main drive. But a successful move takes more than a flight and a forwarding address. Instead, it’s a multi-dimensional project involving legal, tax, financial, family and lifestyle considerations, and requires careful planning, ideally months in advance.
Capital gains tax (CGT) on divorce has long caused confusion. For years, separating couples faced tight deadlines and surprise tax bills when transferring assets. Changes in 2023 brought welcome clarity but some myths still linger. Whether you’re navigating divorce yourself or advising someone who is, understanding the CGT landscape is essential.
Family Investment Companies (FICs) have become a cornerstone of modern estate planning, offering families a flexible but robust way to manage wealth across generations. But what exactly is a FIC, how does it work, and what happens when divorce comes into play?
Many of the changes in the Renters’ Right Act 2025 (RRA) will come into force on 1 May 2026. Existing residential assured shorthold tenancies will convert into rolling monthly tenancies and fixed term tenancies will become impossible. The abolition of ‘no-fault’ evictions will extend tenants’ right to remain in their home. For universities and the wider student accommodation sector, it’s time to revise how these changes apply to student lettings.
The CMA's recent decision has lifted restrictions on banks requiring business loan borrowers to open a current account, reflecting shifts in the lending market and borrower behaviour. This change raises questions about whether banks will reinstate such conditions in light of increased competition and evolving SME preferences.
The UK’s electricity grid is undergoing a significant transformation. With the Government’s Clean Power 2030 target in sight, reforming how energy projects connect to the grid is now a national priority.