Fewer give to charity and engagement falls amongst younger generations
Legacy gifting remains resilient but the number of people who give to charity is falling, particularly amongst the younger generation, according to the latest legacy giving report from Legacy Futures and Smee & Ford. The drop amongst younger people could pose a risk to future charity income, the report warns. The Legacy Giving Report 2026, […]
Survey reveals widespread use of unauthorised and open source AI, breaching client confidentiality
A survey has revealed nearly two thirds of fee earners admit to using open source artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT, potentially compromising client data and confidentiality. The research by legal software company Access Legal revealed 59% of the 200 UK legal professionals surveyed by Censuswide said they had used unapproved AI applications, like the […]
Expansions, appointments and promotions in the latest private client firm news
In the latest private client announcements, Payne Hicks Beach has appointed a new partner, Bendles Solicitors has promoted three new associates, and TWM Solicitors has expanded its mediation offering with specialist services in private client and property disputes. The expanded mediation offering will see south east firm TWM Solicitors support the resolution of contentious […]
The residence dilemma: Why UK inheritance tax follows clients abroad
One of the most persistent misconceptions among internationally mobile families is that leaving the UK ends their UK inheritance tax exposure. Anna Warren, tax director at wealth management company Bentley Reid, explains why inheritance tax planning for international families is a multi-year process, and early conversations are essential. One of the most persistent misconceptions […]