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How to protect your business when a minority shareholder wants to leave?

26 August 2026 - Mark Smith

At some point in the life of most businesses, a shareholder who holds a minority stake decides it’s time to move on. Sometimes this is planned well in advance, sometimes it comes as a surprise, but in almost every case, the situation feels more straightforward than it turns out to be. Everyone might agree, in...

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Payroll services: handling bonuses, overtime and irregular pay correctly

24 August 2026 - Olivia Stringer

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Scrutton Bland agri team visits James Foskett Farms and Foskett Willows

17 August 2026 - Olivia Stringer

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UK Construction Sector Outlook Q2 2026: The Key Challenges Facing Developers

12 August 2026 - Ben Cussons

Many development schemes that looked commercially attractive a few years ago are now under pressure. Demand for housing remains strong and house prices have stayed relatively resilient, but rising finance costs, elevated construction expenses, planning delays, and policy uncertainty are making it harder for developers to achieve acceptable returns. The issue isn’t a lack of...

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