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The King has granted a posthumous conditional pardon to Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in the UK, recognising historic injustice and domestic abuse.

Daniel Naftalin has taken up his role as Mishcon de Reya’s new Managing Partner. Daniel was elected by partners earlier this year and takes over today from outgoing Managing Partner James Libson following a transition period.

Partner, Patrick Harney and Trainee Solicitor, Olivia Shaw, in the Private Wealth and Tax team have contributed to Trusts & Trustees with an article examining dépeçage in cross-border trust structures.

Mishcon de Reya has advised Skyral on its landmark £88.6 million contract with Raytheon UK as part of the Omnia Training Consortium to deliver the British Army’s £2 billion Collective Training Transformation Programme.

This week, the Gambling Commission confirmed that Financial Risk Assessments (FRAs) will be introduced, albeit in staged form. After years of consultation, a delayed Board decision, and a pilot beset by unresolved issues, the Commission has pressed ahead.

Mishcon de Reya advised FRP Advisory on the £59 million sale and restructuring of Hilton Garden Inn, Silverstone, now owned by Banor Capital.

Explore the legal and succession challenges of surrogacy in Hong Kong. Learn why early estate planning and legal recognition are vital for intended parents.

Explore Q2 2026 ESG updates: UK and EU regulations, sustainability reporting, biodiversity, energy standards, litigation trends, and corporate risk insights.

In November 2025, the Government published a working paper proposing reforms to the law on non-compete clauses in employment contracts. The options under consideration range from an outright ban to statutory duration caps and salary-based thresholds.

The Commercial Court upheld war risks exclusions, dismissing a €580 million Nord Stream insurance claim. Indirect causation broadens exclusion scope.