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Parents are often unsure whether they need consent from their ex to take their children on holiday. We provide a handy guide from the perspective of Family Law in England and Wales. Holidays Abroad The first thing to consider is who has parental...
A common principle of employment law is that employers can be held liable for the conduct of their employees. However, a point of regular debate is when this liability arises, especially in the case of horseplay at work. This was recently...
The Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) Hearing is usually the second court hearing that takes place in financial remedy proceedings - the overall process by which the court decides how to distribute assets between a divorcing couple. During this...
With the start of a new tax year comes the annual increases to various statutory payments. Between 1 and 6 April 2022, a number of payment increases will come into force and we have highlighted some of the most important ones for employers to be aware of. ...
One of the most important parts of getting divorce, is reaching a financial settlement. A lot of couples are able to agree this without going to court, but if there are difficulties in achieving this. Perhaps with one person not providing their financial...
I’m looking forward to Wolverhampton on Saturday where I have a busy evening with five rides, and a couple with good chances. I’d be hopeful I can come away with a winner or two on the night. Scarlet Ruby is first up for John O’Shea. This...
Traditionally, farming businesses have relied on a legal structure of family farming partnerships, often without formal written partnership agreements in place. In this case provisions of the Partnership Act 1890 would apply but this Act is unable to...
Each year, the Office of National Statistics provide updated statistics for divorce rates in the previous year. It was anticipated by the media and many professionals that the strains of lockdown restrictions would see a spike in divorce rates . The Office...
After the country was put into Lockdown in March 2020, the courts in England and Wales had to find a way to make sure they could continue to hear court cases, but at a time when we weren’t able to meet in court buildings. Radical upgrades were made to...
It’s been a long time since I’ve seen the inside of a winners enclosure, but I was finally back there last weekend courtesy of Mountbatten. This big son of Dabirism is a horse that Archie Watson has taken his time with. He’s never...
Buying a home in the countryside can have some unexpected surprises
Buying a property in the countryside can be incredibly appealing. The promise of open space, peaceful surroundings and a closer connection to nature draws many people away from towns and cities each year. A rural home may seem idyllic, but buying property in...
The first major changes introduced under the Employment Rights Act 2025 came into effect on Monday 6 April 2026, with further developments scheduled over the coming months. Employers should ensure they remain compliant with employment law, particularly in...
Is 'Last In First Out' a fair method for selecting employees for redundancy?
In recent times, employers are noticing a squeeze on consumer spending, along with increased operating costs. Many are coming under pressure to reduce costs and may be forced to consider redundancies. Whilst the ‘Last in First Out’ (LIFO)...
