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July 30, 2026

Introducing the S&B Activate Index: a benchmark on progress, a blueprint for action

The cycle between market change and issues landing on the GC’s desk has all but collapsed. Clients tell us that in this super-connected,...
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July 30, 2026

Time to revisit EMI?

The Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme has long been one of the most effective and tax-efficient ways for growing businesses to...
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July 21, 2026

Closing the gap between income and capital: HMRC's modernisation of distributions

On 23 June 2026 HMRC launched a consultation signalling a potentially significant modernisation of the tax treatment of distributions and...
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July 17, 2026

Stevens & Bolton advises Optio Group on its acquisition of Gardian Marine Limited

Stevens & Bolton has advised Optio Group, the independent specialty MGA, on its acquisition of Gardian Marine Limited, a London‑based...
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July 16, 2026

Introducing our new report: Buy-and-Build M&A in the UK Mid-Market

Buy-and-build has become one of the defining features of UK mid-market M&A. For many private equity-backed platforms and corporate...
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July 14, 2026

Stevens & Bolton becomes exclusive UK legal partner for FFinc's Forward Faster Accelerator

Stevens & Bolton is delighted to announce its partnership with FFinc as the exclusive UK legal partner for the Forward Faster Accelerator...
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July 9, 2026

Stevens & Bolton advises shareholders of The Hill Company Group on strategic sale to HW Coates

Stevens & Bolton has advised the shareholders of The Hill Company Group, a family-run document storage, scanning and shredding business,...
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June 5, 2026

Know the risks: granting Enterprise Management Incentives (EMI) options

Part 1: Starting well to finish well Offering key employees share options can be a powerful way to motivate and retain talent. With...
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