Christmas Come Early for First-Time Buyers?
‘Tis the season where the Chancellor Philip Hammond brushes off his red briefcase and announces the Autumn budget. Our Solicitor…
Read moreA more efficient way of recovering debts?
On 1 October 2017, a new Pre-Action Protocol for Debt Claims came into force. The Protocol sets out criteria which…
Read moreReform to Wills – Imminent Changes Afoot?
The process of making a valid Will is currently governed by the Wills Act 1837 – but a consultation may…
Read moreCancer – Could We Be Doing More?
Over 300,000 people are diagnosed with cancer per year. Research shows that often diagnosis could have been made at an…
Read moreMaternity Unit Under Fire For Baby Deaths
A review has been undertaken at a Devon maternity unit following a succession of deaths and serious injuries involving babies.…
Read moreBuy-To-Let Landlord? Make Sure You Read This
Some local authorities are using delegated powers to create new licensing schemes for landlords under the Housing Act 2004 –…
Read moreCorporate Activity Remains Healthy – For Now
This year’s Q3 statistical release from Companies House paints a relatively encouraging picture of the UK’s corporate activity – but…
Read moreShould Children Really Be Seen and Not Heard?
The Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass) have recently reported that more than 100,000 children were involved in…
Read moreMediation – the unsung hero in legal proceedings?
The Civil Justice Council working party recently published a paper on mediation which showcased that the process wasn’t being used…
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