Mills & Reeve advises on the sale of TFP Fertility to...
Mills & Reeve has advised on the sale of leading international fertility services provider, TFP Fertility, to a US private equity investor.
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How the Thames Valley and Solent regions align with the government’s...
The government’s 2025 industrial strategy (IS-8) sets out a clear ambition to drive productivity, innovation, and globally competitive growth across eight priority sectors. The Thames Valley and Solent, spanning Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Hampshire, is already delivering strongly against these goals, underpinned by an innovation-led, IP-rich, and service-focused economy.
New tax year, new pressures – but planning opportunities remain
As the new tax year begins, business owners are facing one of the most challenging operating environments in recent years. Rising costs, tax changes and global and economic challenges are placing sustained pressure on margins, cash flow and long-term planning. Increases to the National Minimum and Living Wage, higher fuel and transport costs, elevated borrowing rates and […]
Freeths backs next generation of female leaders through ongoing Women of...
Leading law firm Freeths is continuing its support for the Women of the Year (WOTY) Awards 2026, as the search begins for women making a meaningful impact across business and society. Now in its 44th year, Women of the Year remains one of the UK’s longest‑standing platforms for celebrating female achievement. Freeths is once again […]
B4 welcomes the renewed membership of Jenny Harvey Immigration
Jenny Harvey Immigration is a niche immigration law firm advising Oxfordshire-based businesses and individuals, with clients spanning the globe. Jenny has lived and worked in Oxford for over forty years and has run her own firm for almost a decade. As a sole practitioner, she enjoys the flexibility her role offers—whether that’s speaking with US-based […]
The Renters’ Rights Act comes into force this Friday, 1 May...
The Renters’ Rights Act, which is designed to give residential tenants better protection, comes into force on Friday and applies to both existing and new tenancies. The new regulations do not currently apply to social housing or lodgers. The Act is being implemented in phases. The main changes on Friday will be: • All assured […]
Freeths achieves Stonewall Proud Employer ‘Champion’ status marking commitment to LGBTQ+...
Leading law firm Freeths has been awarded ‘Champion’ status in Stonewall’s Proud Employers accreditation, a recognition reserved for organisations demonstrating embedded, effective and continuously improving LGBTQ+ inclusion.
Devolution and Local Government Reform in Oxfordshire and beyond
Our final OBS2026 Impact Session focused on the future governance of Oxfordshire, bringing together business leaders, council officials and policymakers to explore opportunities for regional growth and development.
Mills & Reeve announces sponsorship of inaugural Ox Tech Week
Mills & Reeve has announced its sponsorship of the inaugural Ox Tech Week, taking place from 26 to 29 May, supporting a landmark event that will shine a spotlight on Oxford’s world leading innovation ecosystem.
Freeths sets 2040 net zero pathway with release of first firm‑wide...
Leading law firm Freeths has just published its first Net Zero Transition Plan, marking a major step forward in the firm’s long-term commitment to responsible business. The plan sets out a clear, science-aligned pathway to achieving net zero across the value chain by 2040, underpinned by newly validated near and long-term targets from the Science […]
TalkTalk Business expands managed services portfolio with addition of Planet IT
Leading law firm Freeths has advised the selling shareholders of Planet IT on the sale of the business to TalkTalk Business, supporting TalkTalk Business’s expansion of its managed services portfolio.
James Cowper Kreston Join B4 as Platinum Members
B4 is delighted to announce that James Cowper Kreston, one of Oxfordshire and the Thames Valley’s leading firms of accountants and business advisers, has joined the B4 network as a Platinum Member.
Freeths Spotlight: A Young Apprentice’s Path to a Career in Law
Freeths has been working with an outstanding legal apprentice who has shared her story about carving out a successful career in law via the apprenticeship route. She’s currently part of the team at Freeths in Oxford, and her experience offers a really strong example of the opportunities apprenticeships can provide in the legal sector.
Freeths advises G=mc² on significant investment from Mobeus Equity Partners
Freeths is pleased to announce that its Corporate team has advised G=mc², a fast growing, tech enabled brand strategy consultancy, on securing a transformative investment from Mobeus Equity Partners. This strategic partnership will enable G=mc² to accelerate its ambitious growth plans and expand its innovative solutions to global brands.
Freeths announces new Head of Agricultural Property in Oxford
Leading law firm Freeths has appointed Katherine Burge as its new Head of Agricultural Property in Oxford.
Katherine succeeds Iain Davis, who is retiring after a 30-year career, having led Freeths’ Oxford agricultural team for the past 23 years.