Robin Hastings
The UK Government announced in its Autumn 2025 Budget that a number of welcome (and overdue) improvements will be introduced to the Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme legislation.
Continue ReadingAs 2025 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on a year defined by client outcomes, sector leadership and community impact.
Continue ReadingDave Gledhill joined Bermans as an articled clerk (trainee) in 1984 and has remained with the firm, after qualifying in 1986, for the entirety of his career.
Continue ReadingMyers La Roche, a longstanding and valued partner of Bermans specialising in helping opticians to grow, acquire and sell independent practices, is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (the Act) introduces a new era of corporate accountability in the UK. In two of our previous articles from March 2025 and November 2023, we explored the broader reforms introduced by the Act — including the push for greater transparency and the overhaul of Companies House powers. Now, with the mandatory identity verification (IDV) regime coming into force this month – a move designed to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and prevent misuse of UK corporate structures, it’s time to focus on what businesses must do to comply.
Jon Davage
What’s Changing?
Big changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) are on the horizon—and they could significantly affect owner-managed businesses.
While farmers have dominated headlines with protests over IHT reforms, business owners may be equally impacted, yet the changes have flown under the radar.
Continue ReadingWe’re thrilled to announce that Bermans has been ranked in six practice areas in the latest edition of The Legal 500 (5 of these as a ‘Leading Firm!) – a testament to the outstanding work and dedication of our team.
Jonathan Berkson
When a customer or client fails to pay, it can disrupt cash flow and create unnecessary stress for your business. At Bermans, our Creditor Services team specialises in guiding businesses through the debt recovery process efficiently and professionally. Here’s a clear breakdown of the debt recovery lifecycle—and how we help you navigate each stage.
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Nathan Hughes joined Bermans in 2022 and is a Solicitor in our Corporate team based in Manchester. We spoke to him recently to learn more about him and his work.
Andrew Koffman
This is the latest in a series of articles on the “fixed recoverable costs” regime introduced in the civil courts in October 2023. The most recent articles before this one can be found here:
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