In FT Adviser, Partner, Clare Stirzaker and Senior Associate, Laura Cullinane, alongside Rebecca Reading of Lewis Golden, explore why family investment companies (FICs) continue to gain traction as a succession planning tool and consider the practical issues families may face after they are established.

The Building Safety Levy comes into force on 1 October 2026, but what is it and what is it designed to achieve? Introduced under The Building Safety Levy (England) Regulations 2025, the levy will apply to eligible residential and purpose-built student accommodation developments where a building control application is submitted after 1 October 2026. It is expected to raise £3 billion over the next decade, helping to fund essential remediation works to address existing building safety issues.

In Financial Reporter, Partner, Emily Brand examines the Government’s proposed reforms to cohabitation law and what they could mean for financial advisers and their clients. The article examines the potential impact on financial planning, inheritance and estate planning, and highlights the importance of reviewing arrangements in anticipation of possible legal change.

In eprivateclient, Partner, William Rollin discusses the UK Government’s proposed reforms for cohabiting couples and the wider implications for those advising individuals and families. As the legal landscape for unmarried couples looks set to evolve, William outlines the key proposals and explores how advisers can help clients prepare for potential change.