
Employment Law in 2026 – the changes employers need to know
Some changes are confirmed, while others remain subject to consultation and further guidance. Either way, employers will face increased obligations and greater risk if they
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Expert legal support for family matters, property, and life’s key milestones.
Personal legal advice tailored to you and your family, at every stage of life.
Trusted legal expertise to support, protect, and grow your business.
From everyday matters to complex challenges, our experts collaborate to give your business complete support.
TWM Solicitors is one of the largest legal practices in Surrey, and one of the South East’s leading law firms.
TWM Solicitors has offices in Epsom, Guildford, Leatherhead, London, Reigate and Wimbledon.

Some changes are confirmed, while others remain subject to consultation and further guidance. Either way, employers will face increased obligations and greater risk if they

What’s changing? From 6 April 2026, the current 100% IHT relief for eligible business property will be capped at £2.5m per person. Any value above

For many employers, these figures reflect growing uncertainty ahead of the implementation of the Employment Rights Act (ERA). The new legislation is expected to make

At the time, the Act was revolutionary. For the first time, it recognised that surviving spouses – particularly women – deserved a fairer share of

As estates grow in value and family arrangements become more complex, more people are willing – and able – to dispute a Will when they

Tanuja brings over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate. She specialises in all aspects of non-contentious commercial property work, including freehold and leasehold

While the Family Division routinely uses the Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) model to achieve swift, cost-effective settlements, its Chancery equivalent remains a valuable, yet significantly

While the technology is impressive, there’s a serious question to consider: can AI fully replace the expertise of a qualified solicitor? The short answer is

TWM is ranked as a leading firm in: Family/Matrimonial Litigation Employment Real Estate Real Estate Litigation Commentary from the Chambers UK 2026 Guide for The

With recent additions increasing the expected cost to UK businesses by another £80m a year, total compliance costs are now forecast to exceed £5bn annually.

Constructive dismissal claims often hinge on whether a final incident – the so-called “last straw” – justifies an employee’s resignation. A recent EAT decision has

In total, 1,080 estates paid IHT on gifts in the 2021/22 tax year (the most recent year that data is available) – compared to less
Our featured media coverage:
Laura Walkley, Partner and Head of Private Client at TWM Solicitors, highlights in The Times, IFA Magazine and Wealth DFM the real impact of NS&I’s payout failures on bereaved families, including the risk of delayed probate and potential interest charges on inheritance tax.
Duncan Mitchell-Innes, Partner and Deputy Head of Private Client at TWM Solicitors, is featured in IFA Magazine and Law360 explaining how older homeowners are unlocking £6.2bn in housing wealth, partly to manage Inheritance Tax and support younger family members.
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