The Data Use and Access Act 2025 (DUAA) is an updated version of the previous Government’s DPDI Bill. It introduces targeted reforms to UK data protection law while maintaining compatibility with UK GDPR and EU standards. Understanding the Data Use and Access Act 2025 (DUAA) The stated goals of the Data Use and Access Act […]
gunnercooke Rail and Asset Finance Partner, Clive Smith, has advised Beacon Rail on the overhaul, refurbishment and subsequent re-leasing of its fleet of 22 x 5-car Class 222 diesel electric multiple units, for operation by ScotRail, as part of an £80m project for the replacement of the current Scottish Intercity fleet. The project will see […]
Commercial Real Estate Partner Maxine Hodson joined gunnercooke five years ago as an Associate, taking her first step into a self-employed legal model after many years in traditional private practice. Working closely with experienced Partners, she used that initial period to adapt, learn quickly, and begin shaping a practice that reflected both her personality and […]
gunnercooke is celebrating a double award shortlist today, having been named as a finalist at the 2026 Modern Law Awards, in the Law Firm of the Year (Large) category, as well as shortlisted in the Business Purpose Before Profit category at the UK Company Culture Awards. The Modern Law Awards, sponsored by Clio, is run […]
gunnercooke has appointed a new Talent Director and Marketing & Business Development Director to its Leadership Team in a period of investment into its support structure. The firm’s business services team has seen 30% growth over the past 12 months, now reaching 100 employees and making it one of the largest support teams for a […]
Introduction to smash and grab adjudications Imagine completing a significant phase of work on a construction project, submitting your payment application, and hearing nothing back. In the world of UK construction law, that silence could entitle you to the full amount claimed. “Smash and grab” adjudications arise where a contractor or subcontractor takes advantage of […]
In construction, delay and disruption aren’t exceptions, they’re the norm. When the unexpected strikes, loss and expense provisions exist to ensure contractors aren’t left absorbing costs caused by others. But entitlement is never automatic. All too often, legitimate claims are lost to paperwork, timing, or silence. The culprit? Condition precedents, those contractual gatekeepers that demand […]
When reviewing contracts under JCT, NEC4, or other standard forms, contractors should focus on key areas that protect their interests and ensure smooth project delivery. The following summary highlights the principal considerations before entering into a construction contract. Understand your contractual obligations and whether you hold design responsibility or are engaged purely for construction. Increasingly, […]
A contractor walks off site. An employer locks the gates. In both cases, the parties believe they are exercising their right to terminate. But in construction, termination is rarely straightforward, and getting it wrong can be more damaging than the breach that triggered it. Under UK law, wrongful termination can itself amount to a repudiatory […]
One of the ways that we know that we can offer most value to clients is by the introduction of framework agreements. A well-structured framework, whether for construction works or professional services, can offer significant commercial and operational advantages. Frameworks provide a ready-made procurement route. Once the overarching framework agreement is in place, individual projects […]
Corporate & FinTech Partner Kathryn Dodds and Operating Partner Pavan Kaur ‘PK’ have both been recognised at the Citywealth Powerwomen Awards International 2026, celebrating leading women and allies across global private wealth and professional services. The awards recognise individuals making a meaningful impact through leadership, innovation and inclusion across the professional and financial services sector. Kathryn Dodds was awarded Gold in the Woman of the Year […]
Britt J Harrington is the founder of Harrington Flow, where she works as a divorce and transition coach, supporting individuals who are navigating some of life’s most complex personal and financial transitions.
Spanish Desk Partner Claudia Font is marking ten years at gunnercooke, a milestone reflecting the sucess of her cross-border specialist legal practice. Having moved from Spain to the UK with no local network, young children, and a career already well established in another jurisdiction, Claudia joined gunnercooke to build something entirely new. Over the past […]
gunnercooke Partner Amy Lane has acted for a solo woman who was pregnant with her first child via a sperm donor. There are many parents who have become solo parents through circumstance or choice, and this article seeks to provide an overview to solo parents about what they should consider as part of their estate planning. Guardianship One of the key things to consider as a solo […]
International Women’s Day is a moment to pause, reflect, and connect. Across borders and cultures, it’s about sharing experiences, learning from one another, and recognising that progress happens faster when women support women, and when allies stand alongside us. This year’s theme, Give to Gain, speaks to that collective power: the idea that by giving […]
International Women’s Day is often a moment for reflection, on progress made, challenges ahead, and the role each of us plays in shaping a more equal world. This year’s theme, ‘Give to Gain’, resonates deeply with Vitoria Nabas, Immigration Partner, because it speaks to something she sees as not optional, but essential: giving back as […]
This year’s International Women’s Day theme is Give to Gain and is a time to reflect on the many ways giving shows up in our working lives. Sometimes it’s practical, time, expertise, or resources and sometimes, it’s far more personal: sharing lived experience, speaking honestly, and using your voice to challenge assumptions. For Michele Price, […]
gunnercooke has led the sell-side legal advice to The Experiential Learning Group (TELG) on its sale to Alchemist Group, forming a new powerhouse in behaviour-based leadership and sales development. The legal work for TELG shareholders Joe Fredericks and Charlie Swan was led by Matthew Searle, Corporate Partner at gunnercooke. Financial and corporate finance advice was provided by […]
As part of International Women’s Day 2026 and this year’s theme Give to Gain, Sophie Thornley, Construction Partner at gunnercooke, reflects on how giving back has always been a natural and essential part of her life. Rather than seeing volunteering and social impact as something separate from her career, Sophie views them as connected. She […]
Tokenised GBP has issued the first GBP stablecoin launched by a cryptoasset firm registered with the FCA. tGBP has now surpassed $11 million in market capitalisation (according to Coingecko), which means that tGBP now ranks among the top 10 non-USD stablecoins worldwide by market capitalisation (since 28/02/2026). tGBP is backed 1:1 by reserves which are […]
International Women’s Day is not only about celebrating achievement, but also about recognising the wider impact of how we work, lead and give back. The theme Give to Gain highlights that progress isn’t individual but rooted in community, connection, and a willingness to look beyond ourselves. For Parminder, gunnercooke Pensions Partner and Hub Leader at […]
Anyone who has bought, sold or rented a home in Spain will eventually run into a deceptively simple question: can this property legally be lived in? The answer depends not on national law, but on geography. Spain has no single unified habitability certificate. Instead, responsibility for regulating residential use lies with the autonomous communities, and over the years they have […]
Amy Lane, Private Client Partner, is a trusted lawyer for women navigating some of life’s most complex moments. From informal conversations about career pressures to deeply personal discussions around fertility and alternative paths to parenthood, she has helped create spaces where women feel safe to speak honestly. Amy runs a ‘Paths to Parenthood’ campaign, where she uses her voice to challenge outdated ideas of […]
To celebrate International Women’s Day and its theme ‘Give to Gain’, Laura Jones, Director of the gunnercooke foundation, reflects on what giving really means in practice, not as a one-off gesture, but as a mindset woven through work, community and everyday life. Drawing on her experience leading purpose-driven initiatives across the firm, Laura shares her perspective on why giving time, skills and energy alongside a career isn’t a […]