‘A stain on our history’ – PM apologises to victims of historic forced adoption
The prime minister has apologised to an estimated 185,000 mothers, adopted people and their wider families on behalf of the British state for its role in historic forced adoptions in England and Wales. Between the 1950s and 1970s thousands of women were pressured into giving up their children because they were unmarried. In a statement […]
Taylor Rose investors defend ‘fundamentally sound’ business model amid PE speculation
The investors who backed Taylor Rose to the tune of nearly £5 million have defended the firm after it was reported private equity pulled out of a potential acquisition, citing the firm’s exposure to client account interest as a factor in the decision. Earlier this week it was reported Nordic Capital withdrew from a potential […]
How to navigate divorce within blended families
The steady rise of blended families, where one or both partners bring children, prior relationships, and pre-existing wealth into a marriage, has significantly reshaped the landscape of family law. For practitioners, these cases demand a more nuanced, fact-sensitive approach. SA Law’s Mark Chiverton explores key considerations and emerging challenges, with practical guidance for family lawyers […]