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A new year, a new employment framework: what employers need to know about the Employment Rights Act passed by parliament in December 2025. By David Carr, employment lawyer at Kingston-based...
January is traditionally a busy month for family lawyers, a time when couples often resolve to start the new year by breaking up, but it’s a pattern no longer confined...
Diversifying agricultural land can provide valuable additional income, whether through glamping, hosting festivals and events, or accommodating renewable energy infrastructure. These opportunities are often promoted as flexible or temporary, but...
Dilapidations are a common source of dispute at the end of a commercial lease. They can involve significant sums of money and often come as an unwelcome surprise to tenants...
British citizenship is a significant legal status that allows individuals to live and work in the UK without immigration restrictions. It also grants the right to hold a British passport...
If you plan to sell your home in the new year, the most effective step you can take now is to prepare. The winter market moves quickly, and sellers who...
After months of panto-style ‘will she, won’t she?’ speculation, the curtain finally lifted on an Autumn Budget that blends tax takes with selective giveaways. The balance of who pays and...
In the UK, employers are generally not obliged to provide a reference for a former employee. However, if they choose to do so, they must ensure the reference is fair,...
There are many reasons why someone might want to change their name — from marriage or divorce to personal choice or gender transition. In England and Wales, adults have a...
Britain’s dog population soared during the pandemic, and with more dogs now off the lead on country paths, the risks have grown too. A recent court case lays bare what...
For parents who are separated or divorced, the festive season can be especially sensitive. While Christmas often brings joy and celebration, it can also evoke strong emotions and logistical issues...
Surrogacy enables people to build a family where pregnancy is not possible or medically advisable. It is legal in the UK, but the rules on parenthood, consent, and payments are...
Leaving a charitable gift in your will is an easy, impactful way to support causes you care about. Whether it’s a fixed sum, a specific item, or a share of...
Taking in a lodger can be a sensible way to earn extra income while making the most of spare space in your home. But before you offer a room, it’s...
In today’s world, our lives are becoming more connected online. From email accounts and social media to online banking, photos, and cryptoassets, our digital footprint can be both financially valuable...
Airbnb can be a great way to earn extra income, whether you’re renting out a spare room or an entire property. But hosting isn’t just a case of handing over...
When buying a home in England, one of the first things you will come across is whether the property is being sold as freehold or leasehold. These terms describe the...
Divorce lawyers warn of hidden assets in crypto wallets As Kim Kardashian’s legal drama All’s Fair hits screens with its glossy spin on the world of high-stakes family law, audiences...
A £28,000 fine for a Surrey chip shop owner highlights employer responsibilities to prevent illegal hires A clerical oversight led to a severe financial blow when the Home Office imposed...
Someone passing away without a valid will is more common than you might expect. When this happens in England, the person is said to have died intestate, and it means...
Being contacted about a debt can feel overwhelming — especially if you’re unsure whether you owe the money, how to respond, or what powers a creditor has. But whether the...
New guidance highlights the risks of covert recordings as family pressures peak and more couples turn to divorce during school holidays With the school holidays around the corner, family solicitors...
Starting your own business is an exciting challenge, but before you take your first steps, choosing the right business structure is essential. Your decision at the outset can influence everything...
When relationships break down, it’s not always possible to sort everything out between yourselves, especially regarding children or finances. In situations like this, the family courts in England and Wales...
With cohabiting couples now the fastest-growing family type in the UK, many believe they have similar legal protections to married couples – especially after long relationships or where there are...
When it comes to inheritance tax, the old adage holds true: timing is everything. But few realise just how much timing can matter, especially when a carefully timed “deathbed gift”...
As diagnoses of ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence surge – particularly among young adults – the challenge for employers is no longer awareness, but action. From legal obligations...
Succession planning for agricultural estates has become more challenging due to provisions announced in the UK 2024 Budget. The key change is the capping of Agricultural and Business property relief....
Before renting a property in England, you must prove your right to rent. Similarly, before a landlord can rent a property to you, they need to establish that you have...
Explosion emojis. Decisions about military strikes taking place via a chat group. A journalist accidentally included in high-level war strategy planning. It sounds like a far-fetched plot for a political...
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