May 22, 2026 Introducing S&B Signals: helping you anticipate what’s coming next In our conversations with clients, a consistent theme is emerging. The volume and pace of legal and regulatory change is increasing,... Read more
November 25, 2025 Milk it while you can: Sugar tax spills over to milkshakes and lattes The Chancellor’s autumn budget lands tomorrow, but the Health Secretary has already caused a stir with today’s announcement that the... Read more
November 4, 2025 Is this Christmas a new era for online and TV advertising? It’s only just November, but with Christmas creeping onto shelves and into adverts already, it’s clear the festive countdown is well and... Read more
May 1, 2025 Resolving franchising disputes: to litigate or arbitrate? There is a natural sense of optimism at the start of all business relationships, and the prospect of future conflict can feel remote.... Read more
March 17, 2025 Franchise face-off: When mediation saves the day The first compulsory mediation order was awarded in the High Court earlier this year. For some time now, the courts have strongly... Read more
January 8, 2025 Stevens & Bolton has advised SUR Coffee Group Ltd on the expansion of its Black Sheep Coffee franchise portfolio in Scotland Stevens & Bolton has advised SUR Coffee Group Ltd on its acquisition of development rights from Black Sheep Coffee, the innovative brand... Read more
September 5, 2024 An oucher for Wowcher - what are the key takeaways for businesses from the CMA's investigation into the flash sales website? The CMA’s investigation into selling practices employed by deal of the day website Wowcher ended recently with Wowcher signing... Read more
May 7, 2024 Navigating franchise insolvency: insights for franchisors and franchisees While franchising has typically been a more robust business model than others, it remains susceptible to broader economic and sectoral... Read more
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