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Feeling the benefit

Is the public benefit case really a triumph for independent schools? Helen Harvie reports

Moving with the times

With less red tape and clearer guidelines on the wish list, the Charities Act review couldn't have come at a better time, says Diane Gill

Care and attention

The actions of solicitors can have a dramatic impact on the outcome of contested probate claims, says Nick Mendoza

Charity law update

Shivaji Shiva reviews the Charities Act 2011, business rates, options for landlords of empty properties, the Charity Commission's strategic plan and the public services bill

Wealth management update

David Bird reflects on the Gaines-Cooper ruling, HMRC's updated guidance on home loan schemes and capital gains tax relief for the disposal of a main residence

Health and safety update

The government should be promoting the protection health and safety legislation affords all parties – not irresponsibly eroding its reputation, argues Zahra Nanji

Reviewing licensed premises

Gerald Gouriet QC considers how long interim steps taken by a licensing authority should remain in force

On the money

Whether or not you are guilty, being accused of money laundering can have brutal consequences – so make sure your procedures are up to scratch, warns Susanna Heley