The proposed 2026 cohabitation reforms could significantly change the rights of millons of unmarried couples in England and Wales. To find out what's being considered and what it may mean in practice please go to westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

Post: AI-generated child #sexualabuse material is creating difficult questions for #criminallaw. As technology advances, legislation must keep pace and better protect children. We examine how UK law is responding to this challenge at westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

#AI is reshaping #law but not always for the better. From unreliable outputs to risks for vulnerable clients, the dangers are growing fast. If you work in law, you need to understand what’s coming which is what we look at in our latest blog on westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

When a marriage has an international element, deciding where to #divorce can be critical. The recent case of #BrunnervBartok has once again highlighted the enormous significance of choosing the right jurisdiction. westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

Is it time to raise the current criminal age of responsibility from 10 in England and Wales ? In our latest blog, we explore the arguments on both sides of the debate, read the full article at westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog… #CriminalLaw #YouthJustice #CriminalJustice

A former teacher has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of serial sexual abuse at a children’s home. Westgate’s Greg Johnson represented the defendant, instructed by @TuckersLaw westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

The UK judiciary has announced a major structural change with the creation of a new Business and Property Division. We have broken down what this change could mean for practitioners, businesses and the wider legal landscape in our latest blog at westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog….

#MayasLaw has just passed its second reading. This is a vital step toward stronger child protection. Our latest blog breaks down what this milestone means, the government’s response, and why campaigners say more action is needed. westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

A key Court of Appeal decision with important implications for #familylaw practitioners. Ben Butler unpacks the judgment in Re J-M (S) K (B P) [2026] EWCA Civ 344and analyses what it means in practice at westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

In a significant win for the legal profession the Court of Appeal has overturned the Mazur ruling. In our latest blog, we break down what this decision means in practice and what it could mean for the legal profession #Legalupdate #CILEX westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

Is it time to rethink the legal presumption of parental contact? In our latest blog we explore why this may no longer serve children’s best interests, why so many want change and what a truly child‑centred approach could look like. westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

Two former Plumpton College students have just been jailed for their parts in a sickening case of #animalcruelty. The prosectuon ws led by Westgage Chambers' Jordan Franks for @CPSUK. Read more about this case at westgate-chambers.co.uk/news…

Later‑life divorce is rising fast and the legal and financial challenges can be far more complex than those faced by younger couples. In our latest blog we explore why #greydivorce is rising and the key considerations westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog… #FamilyLaw #Divorce

Divorce rates among over‑50s are increasing bringing challenges younger couples often don’t face. We've analysed why #greydivorce is growing and the issues those involved may need to navigate in our latest blog westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog… #FamilyLaw #Divorce #DivorceLaw #LegalUpdate

UK passes new law that redefines digital assets as property. This marks a landmark change for the digital age. westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

UK now treats digital assets as property marking a massive shift in #TechLaw #UKLaw westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog…

Are jury trials for lesser crimes ending? We look at both sides of the debate in our latest blog westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog… #JusticeSystem #LegalReform

Are jury trials for lesser crimes coming to and end? Read the debate: westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog… #JusticeSystem #LegalReform

When incentives and bonuses are involved in a divorce, things get complicated fast. We explore how the courts handle incentive plans and why expert advocacy is vital. westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog… #FamilyLaw #Divorce #FinancialRemedy #IncentivePlans #Lawyers #LegalInsight

Local authorities gain new powers to investigate letting agents. Full blog: westgate-chambers.co.uk/blog… #PropertyLaw #Lettings #UKHousing