The US TV drama, Succession, put the issues of family business transfer and inheritance into the popular culture with all the flourishes – and exaggerations – of which Hollywood is capable. This article took a rather more measured view of the topic.

In this reminder to readers of significant stories and articles, we carry this article exploring issues in and around succession for multi-generational families. The TV series, Succession, cast an unflattering light on rich US families – leading to some rather predictable responses. The editor also commented on that matter, here.