PI case June

Gamlins Law helps secure £25.6 million settlement for claimant with lifelong care needs

Gamlins Law has helped secure a £25.6 million lump sum settlement for a claimant who suffered profound and permanent physical and cognitive disabilities following an incident at work resulting in premature birth.The settlement, which was approved by the High Court, is understood to be one of the largest lump sum settlements ever approved in a … Read more

Granparents June

Grandparents and grandchildren: what the law says about contact

Grandparents often play a significant role in their grandchildren’s lives, offering support, continuity, and a different kind of love from that of a parent. When family life is settled, contact between the two generations usually takes care of itself. However, when relationships break down, through separation, bereavement, or a family falling-out, grandparents can find themselves … Read more

EPC Changes June

EPC reform: what landlords and homeowners need to know about the changes ahead

Energy Performance Certificates have been a familiar feature of buying, selling and letting property in England and Wales for over fifteen years. Following the publication of the Warm Homes Plan on 21 January 2026, the rules governing EPCs and the minimum energy-efficiency standards that accompany them are set for their most significant overhaul in more … Read more

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Occupation Contract Changes

The Renters Rights Act 2025 (‘The Act’) will come into force on 1st June 2026 in Wales. Although most of the provisions relate to the private rented sector in England there are also provisions which apply here in Wales. The main change for Landlords in Wales is that the Act will make it unlawful for … Read more

Non disclosure agrrements May

Workplace non-disclosure agreements: what they cover, what they cannot, and what is changing

Few employment law topics have evolved as quickly in recent years as the non-disclosure agreement, or NDA. Once a quietly drafted provision in a settlement document, the NDA has become a focal point of public debate, parliamentary reform and regulatory scrutiny. Whether you are an employee being asked to sign one, or an employer reviewing … Read more

Renters Rights blog May

Civil Penalties Under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025: A Guide for Landlords

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has been widely discussed and introduces wide-ranging reforms to the private rental sector in England, aiming to re-balance the landlord and tenant relationship by increasing powers for local housing authorities to investigate landlord breaches and impose penalties accordingly.   A key feature of the Act is the changes to enforcement powers … Read more

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Spotlight on… Ben Talbot

In the next in our mini-series “Spotlight on…” Ben Talbot, Head of Wills & Probate, shares his route into the profession, what he enjoys about being a Private Client solicitor and why he likes working here at Gamlins Law. What first brought you into your area of law, and what keeps you interested in it? … Read more

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Gamlins Law Welcomes Three New Shareholders as Internal Talent Rises to the Top

Gamlins Law, North Wales’ leading law firm, is delighted to announce the promotion of three of its Associate Directors to Director amd shareholder status, marking a significant milestone for the individuals and for the firm. Craig Hutchinson, a specialist in criminal law, Ben Talbot, Head of the Wills and Probate department, and Ben Whiting, from … Read more

new build contracts

What to check in a new build contract

Buying a new build property is an exciting prospect. The appeal of a brand-new home, untouched by previous owners and often built to modern energy efficiency standards, is entirely understandable. But beneath the show-home finish lies a legal process that carries real risk if approached without care. Unlike a standard resale purchase, new build contracts … Read more

mixed use properties

Mixed use property and the Renters’ Rights Act

Mixed-use properties (buildings that combine commercial premises with residential accommodation) are a familiar feature of the UK’s towns and high streets. The flat above the shop, the office with a caretaker’s dwelling, the converted warehouse with a ground-floor retail unit: these are common arrangements, and they attract buyers ranging from small investors to established property … Read more

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Succession planning for agricultural estates

Succession planning for agricultural estates has become more challenging due to provisions announced in the UK 2024 Budget. The key change is the capping of Agricultural and Business property relief. What is agricultural and business property relief? Agricultural and business property relief applies to qualifying assets eligible for 100% agricultural property relief and 100% business … Read more

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