Following the Autumn Budget on 26 November 2025, the UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that the qualification criteria for enterprise management incentive (EMI) schemes will be significantly widened from April 2026. From 06 April 2026, the eligibility thresholds are to…
Leading law firm Moorcrofts continues to be recognised for its strong performance in the Legal 500 UK 2026 rankings. The firm has maintained its position as a Tier 1 powerhouse for Corporate and Commercial services in the South East (Beds,…
With the stabilisation, and potential decline, of interest rates, expectations towards greater political stability, and changes to Business Asset Disposal Relief, we are seeing increased confidence in the M&A market. This guide aims to walk through the key legal stages…
On Tuesday 16 September a 13-strong Moorcrofts team will lace up their trainers and join hundreds of lawyers, judges and advice sector supporters for the Reading Legal Walk 2025, a sponsored 10 km route that raises vital funds for local…
Moorcrofts recently advised the AdvancedAdvT Group (“AdvT“) on the purchase of the entire issued share capital of GOSS Technology Group Limited (“GOSS“), a provider of digital platforms that enable public sector organisations to achieve digital transformation through innovative digital and…
This year marks a significant milestone for leading corporate law firm Moorcrofts as it celebrates 25 years of delivering expert legal services. Since its founding in 2000, the firm has grown from a team of three into a highly respected…
Why companies use share schemes Employee share schemes, also known as employee share plans or staff share schemes, are an essential tool for UK companies to attract, retain, and motivate employees. By enabling employees to acquire a stake in the…
Moorcrofts is delighted to announce the promotion of Sharron Bartlett to Associate Solicitor, recognising her expertise and significant contributions to the firm. Sharron, a compliance specialist, has built a distinguished career in the legal sector, bringing a wealth of experience…
On Monday 27 January 2025, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act introduced new measures to prevent the abuse of personal information held on the Companies House register. Prior to this date, individuals had the ability to apply to suppress…
Whatever the structure of investments into private limited companies, it is always advisable for investors and company founders to enter into an investment agreement. An investment agreement is a legally binding contract that outlines the terms of an investment between…
Moorcrofts recently advised on the sale of Electracom Projects (UK) Ltd and Electracom Services (UK) Ltd (together “Electracom”) to Sauter Ag (“Sauter”), one of the leading brands in the building automation sector. Electracom provides world-class Smart building services that deliver better…
Following the Autumn Budget on 30 October 2024, investors and businesses that rely on the Enterprise Investment Scheme (“EIS”) and Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (“SEIS”) to secure essential funding to support their growth were left reassured by the news that…