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Legal guides

Plain-English UK legal guides

Clear, up-to-date explainers on the law that affects you — from the Renters' Rights Act to day-one employment rights.

Property
Section 21 Abolition 2026: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know
Section 21 'no-fault' evictions were abolished on 1 May 2026 under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Here's what landlords and tenants need to know about the new rules.
6 min read
Employment
Day-One Employment Rights Explained: The Employment Rights Act 2025
From April 2026 several UK employment entitlements became day-one rights. Here's what employers and employees need to know about the Employment Rights Act 2025.
5 min read
Wills & Estate
Do I Need a Will? A Plain-English Guide for UK Adults
If you die without a will in England and Wales, the intestacy rules decide who inherits. Here's why a will matters and what happens if you don't have one.
4 min read
Business
NDAs Explained: When Does Your Business Actually Need One?
A non-disclosure agreement protects confidential information — but it isn't always the right tool. Here's when a UK business needs an NDA and what it should cover.
4 min read
Property
How to Evict a Tenant in 2026: The Section 8 Process Explained
With Section 21 abolished, evicting a tenant in England now runs through Section 8 grounds. Here's the step-by-step process landlords must follow in 2026.
7 min read
Employment
IR35 Explained: Is Your Contractor Really Self-Employed?
IR35 determines whether a contractor is genuinely self-employed or a 'disguised employee'. Here's what UK businesses need to know about status and contracts.
6 min read
Business
Starting a Limited Company in the UK: The Documents You Need
Setting up a UK limited company involves a handful of key legal documents. Here's what you need to form, govern and protect your new company.
5 min read
Business
NDA vs Confidentiality Agreement: Is There a Difference?
NDA and confidentiality agreement are often used interchangeably — but are they the same thing? Here's what UK businesses need to know.
4 min read
Debt Recovery
How to Recover Unpaid Invoices: A UK Business Guide
Late payment hurts cash flow. Here's the step-by-step process for recovering unpaid invoices in the UK, from reminder to court action.
5 min read
Family & Personal
Living Together vs Marriage: Your Legal Rights Compared
'Common law marriage' is a myth. Here's how the legal rights of cohabiting couples really compare to married couples in England and Wales.
5 min read