News & Articles
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‘No Fault’ Divorce to become Law
26th June 2020
The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill has now been approved by parliament, subject to receiving royal assent, thereby introducing the process for a ‘no…
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Possession Proceedings suspended
17th June 2020
On 27th March 2020, a practice direction came into force which stayed (suspended) all possession proceedings for a period of three months from that…
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Parents returning to work after extended leave eligible for furlough
11th June 2020
The government has announced that new parents returning to work in the coming months, after a period of absence, are eligible for furlough despite…
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Coronavirus Self-Employment Income Support Scheme Extension
5th June 2020
Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has announced that the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS), will be extended. Those eligible under the SEISS will be able to…
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Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Extension
3rd June 2020
Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has set out more details on the extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS). From 1 July 2020, businesses will…
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Q&A on buying and selling a home during the coronavirus pandemic
6th May 2020
Can I put my house on the market at the moment? The short answer is yes. However, it will not be possible for anyone…
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Why an injunction may be necessary during lockdown
4th May 2020
The coronavirus crisis is redefining lifestyles and the boundaries of our interactions; a situation that can challenge even the strongest bonds. China experienced a…
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Extension of Civil Partnerships
1st May 2020
The Civil Partnership Act 2004 created civil partnerships which same-sex couples could enter into. Civil partners would then be in the same position as…
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Landlords must comply with latest energy standards
23rd April 2020
Landlords of residential property could face high fines if they do not meet the latest energy efficiency standards. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards On 1st…
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Cancellation of contracts due to coronavirus
15th April 2020
Due to the outbreak of coronavirus and the recent Government restrictions on our daily life, more and more individuals and businesses are looking at…
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Job Retention Scheme: Advice to Employers – Part Two
9th April 2020
Following our recent article on the Job Retention Scheme (27th March), the Government has now provided more information on the furlough process for employers,…
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Holiday at Home: A guide to annual leave for employers and employees during lockdown
7th April 2020
One thing is for sure, the coronavirus is impacting on people’s holiday plans. But before everyone rushes to cancel their planned annual leave, it…
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New Domestic Abuse Bill: Statutory Definition of ‘Domestic Abuse’
3rd April 2020
The Government has recently introduced a new Domestic Abuse Bill to Parliament. The Act also establishes the office of Domestic Abuse Commissioner. The role…
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Signing of Wills and Codicils whilst observing social distancing and self-isolation
2nd April 2020
The unfortunate reality during the Covid-19 pandemic is that many law firms are experiencing a greater number of enquiries and instructions relating to Wills.…
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