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On 12 February 2024, the Government introduced new biodiversity regulations in England. The introduction of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is aimed at creating and improving natural habitat. The UK is in the bottom 10% globally for biodiversity.  

With the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 – which governs marriage and divorce law in the UK and Wales – now 50 years old, a review has been commissioned. The review is to find out whether this legislation is still useful in helping the Courts and the Judiciary reach fair settlements for divorcing couples – or whether it’s time for an overhaul.

Six lawyers from Rothera Bray have been included in the Pro Bono Recognition List.

In 2023, the maternity service at Leicester Royal Infirmary was reviewed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) with the overall rating being downgraded to “Requires Improvement” and “Inadequate” in respect of safety.

On Wednesday 19th June, 11 members of staff participated in the Nottingham Legal Walk to raise funds for The Access to Justice Foundation.

We are delighted to share that we have made nine promotions across a range of key practice areas, including the elevation of two professionals to partner and four individuals to senior associate roles across four of our office locations.

In recent years applications to Court by grandparents have become increasingly common. Sadly, when relationships break down, especially acrimoniously, it often affects who the children can spend time with.

We’re delighted to announce that Rothera Bray has achieved the Women in the Workplace Accreditation.

The accreditation highlights our dedication to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and equitable environment for all employees. It reaffirms our commitment to addressing the unique challenges and opportunities women encounter in both their personal and professional lives.

You usually only need an operator’s licence if you operate goods vehicles or public service vehicles over 3.5t.

However, in 2022 the UK introduced new regulations so that certain vans between 2.5t and 3.5t require an operators’ licence or they could be operating unlawfully.

We are delighted to announce that Kendal Litherland has joined our Nottingham office as a consultant in the Dispute Resolution team.

Due to expansion we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IP Partner/Senior Associate to join our Company and Commercial team.

Due to expansion we have a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Partner/Senior Associate Solicitor to join our Company and Commercial team.