Wedlake Bell Insights

    • Globally Speaking
    • Oct 9, 2026

    International pre-nuptial agreements: tips and traps for the internationally mobile

    Why international pre-nups matter more than ever Today’s landscape of family life for many families is increasingly international. Cross-border relationships, global careers, and multi-jurisdictional asset portfolios are now commonplace among our clients. As a result, international pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements

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    • Insights
    • Oct 8, 2026

    The digital child: social media, privacy and parental disputes

    Earlier this year the government announced plans to restrict access to social media for children under the age of 16, with this due to come into force in spring 2027. The proposals have prompted differing views, with some welcoming greater

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    • Article
    • Oct 2, 2026

    Glencore Energy UK Ltd v Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Ltd

    The facts of the case are complex; a brief summary must suffice. Prax Lindsey was a member of a group of companies which dealt in crude oil, petroleum products and biofuels. It operated a refinery in North Lincolnshire. At the

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    • Article
    • Sep 29, 2026

    Hinton v Stobinski

    The latter issue gave rise to an interesting, if arid, argument about the scope of the use of s 212 Insolvency Act 1986 and the procedural consequences, which, although important, made little or no difference to the overall result in

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    • Article
    • Sep 29, 2026

    Mid-Market M&A Trends

    1. Ongoing demand for high-quality assets Buyers remain highly selective in the current market. Although capital is still available from private equity and strategic acquirers, it is increasingly focused on businesses with recurring revenues, clear growth prospects and strong governance.

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    • Article
    • Sep 23, 2026

    Here comes the sun and I say “it’s not alright”

    In recent years, we have seen extreme weather events becoming more frequent, longer lasting and more intense. While warm spells in the UK have lengthened materially in recent decades, the 2026 El Niño event is set to be an unprecedented

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    • Article
    • Sep 22, 2026

    Employment Rights Act 2025: key changes for employers this October

    Key changes Time limits: The time limit for bringing a claim in the employment tribunal will be extended from 3 months to 6. Although this is subject to commencement legislation (and more details are needed), it is likely this will

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    • Pensions Compass
    • Sep 16, 2026

    Pensions Compass – September 2026

    Our ‘Ready Reckoner’ surveys developments in Parliament and the Courts, as well as Consultations from numerous bodies including DWP, HMRC and TPR. In this issue Planning for major change: IHT on unused pension funds and death benefits; a combined overview

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