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28/03/2026

Wonderful! You've just got to love the sounds of the old-fashioned typewriter.

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24/10/2025

Bristol grad Marcus Hopkins explains the creation of the Independent Football Regulator and what it means for England's most popular sport

17/10/2025

Women make up nearly half of the UK workforce, and those over 50 are the fastest-growing segment.

It’s time to open up the conversation, tackle the stigma, and raise awareness about how menopause impacts individuals in their careers. Let's create supportive and understanding work environments.

Find out more about your rights in the workplace: ww.coles-miller.co.uk/blog/menopause-in-the-workplace

03/09/2025

16/12/2024

Child abduction from the UK to countries of conflict has been a growing concern over the past years. This has become a greater concern following the political challenges in Syria, and the overthrow of the government. Many now view Syria as a free country, leading to celebrations across the world. Many who fled from Syria now see it as a perfect opportunity to return, which may be a worry for some parents who might not agree with their child being taken. This blog will take a closer look at the issue of child abduction from the UK to Syria, the laws in place to address this, and most importantly, the steps that can be taken to protect a child from abduction.

Child abduction from the UK to countries of conflict has been a growing concern over the past years. This has become a greater concern following the political...

15/11/2024

Japan is one of the few countries in the world to recognise exclusive child custody. This means that despite having sole custody, when a resident parent moves to another country, without the consent of the other parent, this is still considered child abduction.

Our most recent blog written by Poppy Harber, Solicitor in Brethertons Family team, explains how to deal with the return of your child if they have been taken to another country without your consent. You can read her blog here:https://www.brethertons.co.uk/site/blog/family-blog/my-partner-has-taken-my-child-to-the-uk.

Her blog is also available in Japanese which you can find here: https://www.brethertons.co.uk/site/blog/family-blog/my-partner-has-taken-my-child-from-japan.

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12/10/2024

Navigating the Digital Jungle Together: Building Digital Citizenship at Home and School.

As a former Deputy Head and Class Teacher for over 22 years I have a real interest in helping schools and homes work together. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, teaching digital citizenship and literacy has become essential for both families and the school community.

28/09/2024

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30/08/2024

You will have heard the prime minister’s speech yesterday about “painful” tax rises in October when the new Government has its first budget.

One of our partners Emma Stewart has written a blog on what this could mean for you and how to best plan your inheritance tax.

You can read her blog here:https://www.brethertons.co.uk/site/blog/family-blog/inheritance-tax-planning-in-uncertain-times