Private Client Issues - October 2026 - BM Insights

Welcome to this month’s edition of Private Client Issues, Blake Morgan’s monthly round-up of the topics you may find of interest. It features insight and advice on developments affecting private individuals.

Why authors, writers and creators need to think about their literary estate

If you are an author, journalist, academic, playwright, screenwriter, blogger or other creator, one of your most valuable assets may be your intellectual property and literary estate.

Mental capacity, liberty and the legal issues raised by the Sir Ranulph Fiennes case

For families, attorneys and care providers, decisions about a person’s care can involve a difficult balance between keeping them safe and protecting their autonomy. We examine some important points.

Board minutes – do you need them?

Business owners and directors should be aware of the importance of taking and keeping board minutes. At times of stress surrounding future events, having those records to hand can make life simpler.

Martyn’s Law: how can charity trustees prepare for the new rules?

Any organisations – including charities – which manage premises or hold events at which more than 200 people can reasonably be expected to attend will need to consider the requirements of Martyn’s Law.

Flexible working changes to take effect in autumn 2027

The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces a “reasonableness test” amidst concern that flexible working requests are not being treated fairly and consistently. We look at what you need to know.

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If you are impacted by any of the above topics or you would like further information on how we can help you, please contact your usual Blake Morgan adviser. You can also receive regular updates by following Blake Morgan on LinkedIn.