News and Insights

16 Apr 2026
Arbor Law appoints first Managing Partner as part of growth mission

Arbor Law has appointed Sahar Farooqi as its first Managing Partner, marking a key step in the firm’s next phase of growth.

30 Mar 2026
Ofcom Signals Tougher Telecoms Security Enforcement in Latest Telecom Security Act Report

Ofcom's recent security report highlights where Telecommunications Providers are falling short with their compliance with the Telecom Security Act 2021 (“TSA”). Arbor Law's co-founder and Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructure specialist, Ed Rea, discusses the key takeaways and what this means for providers.

23 Mar 2026
Unfair dismissal changes: fail to prepare, prepare to fail!

The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces some of the most significant reforms to unfair dismissal law in over a decade. Fiona Morgan looks at three key changes that will reshape how all employers must manage dismissal risk, and what employers should be doing now to prepare.

30 Jul 2025
When AI Breaks Privilege: Lessons from a US Federal Court

As AI tools become embedded in legal workflows, a recent US ruling offers a cautionary tale. In United States v. Heppner (SDNY), documents created using a consumer AI tool were found not to attract privilege. Arbor Law's co-founder and director Ed Rea explains the decision and its implications for UK lawyers.

30 Jul 2025
Beyond the LLP: Why the future of legal work was always going to be fractional

A proposed rise in National Insurance for LLP members may look like a budgetary issue, but it highlights a bigger shift already reshaping the legal world. Arbor Law’s flexible model offers a different path, combining independence with support and fairness.

30 Jul 2025
Failure to Prevent Fraud: Understanding the UK's New Corporate Criminal Offence

Large organisations operating in the UK now face significant new criminal exposure for fraud committed by anyone acting on their behalf – Arbor Law’s Pregeshni Maduramuthu examines the new offence and its implications for UK businesses.

30 Jul 2025
Arbor Law Appoints Legalencia to Lead Transformation Process

We are pleased to share the following press release, reflecting our commitment to the firm's future

30 Jul 2025
AI Regulation: An update on recent announcements in the US and the EU

This month has brought significant developments in AI regulation across the US and EU. Arbor Law Director and co-founder, Ed Rea looks at the new legislation and what is on the horizon for the AI regulation in the UK.

13 Jun 2025
Imminent arrival of new UK Data Protection Law

The Data (Use and Access) Bill is expected to receive Royal assent in the coming days. Clara Westbrook delves into this landmark piece of legislation and discusses what its implications could be for businesses.

12 Jun 2025
Are Your Hyperlinked Contract Terms Legally Enforceable? A Guide for Businesses

It's becoming increasingly common for companies to incorporate terms into their B2B contracts through hyperlinks. Arbor Law's co-founder Ed Rea outlines the potential risks of doing so.

4 Apr 2025
Parental leave in 2025 – what is changing?

In 2024, significant changes to paternity and maternity leave entitlements were implemented in England, Scotland and Wales. Arbor Law’s Head of Employment, Fiona Morgan outlines changes to family leave to assist employers seeking to comply with the incoming rules.

21 Feb 2025
Understanding and Handling Subject Access Requests: A Comprehensive Guide

In today's data-driven world, understanding and effectively managing Subject Access Requests (SARs) is crucial for businesses of all sizes.

29 Oct 2024
Protecting your confidential information with a mutual NDA

A mutual non-disclosure agreement (NDA) template acts as a legal framework that facilitates the secure exchange of sensitive information.

23 Sep 2024
Government announces right to request compressed 4-day working week

Arbor Law’s Fiona Morgan discusses the governments plans to grant workers in the UK the right to request a compressed four-day working week.

2 Sep 2024
What is AI regulation in the UK?

The EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act came into force in August 2024. As the UK now sits outside of the EU, it can set its own specific legislation regarding AI. In this follow up to a blog on the EU Act, Arbor Law’s Founding Director Ed Rea looks at the regulatory landscape for AI in the UK.

7 Aug 2024
EU Sets Out World's First AI Regulation Framework

Arbor Law's founding Director, Ed Rea, examines the implications of the the European Commission's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act for businesses operating within the European Union that use AI in their products and services.

12 Jun 2024
ATOL reforms

Continuing her series of blogs on changes to the regulatory landscape impacting the travel industry, Sarah Batterbury looks at the upcoming reforms to ATOL protection.

23 May 2024
How do I develop an AI acceptable use policy for my business?

With more and more AI tools and applications coming to market, many organisations are already looking at the official use of AI within their business operations, as well facing the challenge of” shadow use” of AI.

16 May 2024
The global cost of data breaches

Commercial Technology and Data lawyer and Arbor co-founder Ed Rea looks at recent reports and industry communications relating to cybersecurity. According to a recent report by IBM the average cost of a data breach by businesses in 2023 was an astonishing $4.45 million.

3 May 2024
What are the implications of the new package travel regulations?

Sarah Batterbury, a commercial lawyer at Arbor Law specialising in the travel tech industry, will be looking at how the legislature is approaching regulating the industry post COVID over a series of blogs.

18 Apr 2024
Changes to Paternity and Maternity Leave entitlements 2024 – is your business ready?

From 6th April 2024, changes were implemented to Paternity Leave entitlements in England, Scotland and Wales. Arbor Law’s Fiona Morgan addresses these changes to help employers comply with the new rules.

8 Apr 2024
Redundancies - Part 2: Collective Redundancies

Employers, HR and company directors have much to contemplate when analysing the need for mass redundancies. In this blog, the second of a two-part series, Arbor Law’s Fiona Morgan looks at what they must consider regarding collective redundancies.

27 Mar 2024
Doing Justice to Your Merchant Payment Contracts - A Starting Point

The first in a series of articles from Arbor Law’s James Sanford, which examines fundamental issues that any merchant business may need to consider when contracting for payment services.

20 Mar 2024
New right to Carer’s Leave – is your business ready?

From 6th April 2024, employees in England, Scotland and Wales will have a new statutory right to Carer’s Leave. Arbor Law’s Fiona Morgan addresses some of the most commonly asked questions to help businesses prepare for this new law.

7 Mar 2024
Arbor Law's Kate Bennett on latest, 'Women in FinTech Powerlist'

Arbor Law is proud to announce that co-founder and Director Kate Bennett has today (March 7) been included in the Innovate Finance ‘Women in FinTech Powerlist 2023’.

5 Mar 2024
Redundancies - Part 1: Getting the basics right

Redundancies are a regrettable fact of life for companies of all sizes. It is important to get the process right and key to this is employers keeping abreast of regulation. In this two-part series, Arbor Law’s Fiona Morgan looks at the basic approach to making individuals redundant.

21 Feb 2024
Deepfakes and Generative AI Legal Issues

Advances in generative AI technology are forcing law-makers around the world to act quickly to try and keep up.

29 Jan 2024
Financial promotions: new tests for High Net Worth Individuals and Sophisticated Investors

If you’re an angel investor or raising funds for start-up, the exemptions for High Net Worth Individuals and Sophisticated Investors are changing.

19 Jan 2024
FinTech One World, Many Rules

Understanding FinTech Legal and Regulatory Variations Across Borders

18 Jan 2024
Arbor Law Expands Global Presence with New Office in the United Arab Emirates

We are thrilled to announce the opening of a new office in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in the firm's commitment to providing exceptional legal services to clients on a global basis.

6 Nov 2023
Employment Contracts that Matter: How to Secure Your Business's Future

Introducing the right employment contracts, policies, and procedures goes a long way to ensuring the long-term success and stability of your business.

29 Sep 2023
Navigating the Intersection of AI and Business Law: What You Need to Know

Understand the legal challenges and solutions surrounding AI and business law from Iain Simmons, Senior Consultant at Arbor Law.

12 Sep 2023
ChatGPT: Legal, Compliance, and Security Issues for your organisation
Part 2

In part two of this mini blog series, Arbor Law’s Data Protection specialist Clara Westbrook discusses the laws surrounding the use of AI and its regulation.

7 Sep 2023
ChatGPT: Legal, Compliance, and Security Issues for your organisation
Part 1

Arbor Law’s Data Protection specialist Clara Westbrook discusses the legal, compliance and security issues you need to be aware of as you harness the ever evolving power of ChatGPT in this article.

11 Aug 2023
Why good corporate governance is important

The pivotal role of good corporate governance in business and why it's a key determinant of corporate success, sustainability, and trust.