Monthly Archives: October 2025

Renters’ Rights Bill: Key Considerations for Landlords Looking to Sell or Regain Possession

Posted on October 30, 2025 by Emily Anderson

As the Renters’ Rights Bill has become an Act it has now moved into Law. Guidance on the commencement date and implementation of the various changes will follow in the weeks and months to come. In private practice, considerations when …

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Episode 1: Introducing LawTorn – Exploring Family and Inheritance Disputes

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Emily Anderson

In this introductory episode, hosts Samara Dutton, Partner in Collyer Bristow’s Private Wealth Disputes Team, and Philippa Dolan, Partner in the Family Team, introduce LawTorn — a new podcast exploring what happens when family relationships break down and disputes spill …

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‘In for a Penny, in for a Pound’: A Look at Poundland’s Restructuring Plan

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Emily Anderson

Poundland Limited (‘Poundland’), the well-known high street retailer, is one of the most recent high-profile companies to seek a compromise with its creditors under Part 26A of the Companies Act 2006 (‘Companies Act’), following in the footsteps of such household …

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Changes to identity verification – is your company compliant with ECCTA?

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Emily Anderson

From 18 November 2025, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) will require all new and existing directors and persons with significant control (PSCs) of UK companies, as well as members of LLPs, to complete mandatory identity verification …

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The Skilled Worker Visa: A New Era?

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Emily Anderson

The Skilled Worker Visa: A New Era? This summer, the UK government has introduced significant legal changes to the Skilled Worker visa route, marking one of the most substantial shifts to the immigration framework since the post-Brexit reforms. These updates, …

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Collyer Bristow Named One of the 2025 eprivateclient Top Law Firms

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Emily Anderson

Collyer Bristow LLP is pleased to announce that it has been recognised as one of the 2025 eprivateclient Top Law Firms. This accolade highlights the firm’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional legal advice and tailored solutions to private clients, families, …

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Rapid rise in UK Skilled Worker visas expected as US introduces $100,000 fee for H-1B Work Visa  

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Emily Anderson

Rapid rise in UK Skilled Worker visas expected as US introduces $100,000 fee for H-1B Work Visa   $100,000.  As of 21 September 2025, that is the fee to request the deployment of a skilled worker in the US under …

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UK Global Talent Visa Explained: Benefits, Eligibility & Application Process

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Emily Anderson

What do neuroscientists, tech entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, and international songwriters have in common?  They are all recent Collyer Bristow clients taking advantage of the UK’s Global Talent visa, one of the country’s most attractive immigration categories. Background and process Launched …

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Collective Actions: England Cautious Catch-Up with the US

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Emily Anderson

Collective action lawsuits have their roots in medieval English jurisprudence; yet while they all but died out in England[1] in the 19th century, they flourished in the US, where they continue to provide a plaintiff -friendly mechanism for large groups …

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How a slow burning legal battle could cost UK supermarkets millions

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Emily Anderson

Britain’s supermarkets are struggling through tax and turmoil, as well as ongoing supply chain issues. But quietly in the background, an ongoing legal battle is unfolding that could cost them millions of pounds if successful. Claimant law firm Leigh Day …

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