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We regularly write about about issues, campaigns and local events that are important to our clients.

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Changes to Holiday Pay

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Many employers of irregular-hours workers will welcome a new change to the way holiday entitlement can be calculated and paid. For holiday leave years that begin on or after 1 April 2024, employers can use a new method for calculating holiday...

Help for domestic abuse victims

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This is a time of year when families and friends come together for celebration and festivities. Unfortunately, it is also the time of year when cracks within relationships can show themselves. Christmas on the one hand can be a joyous time. On the other...

Contingency and transfer fees when selling a property in a retirement complex

Debbie Johnson
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Buying a leasehold property can be daunting at the best of times as property leases are subject to more restrictions and terms than a freehold.  However, moving into a flat in a retirement complex is often an essential choice later in life. There are...

Gaslighting...are you a victim?

Sophie Crane
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You may be familiar with the term “Gaslighting” but may not fully understand what this means. Gaslighting is a subtle, yet dangerous form of control and the victim is usually unaware that they are experiencing it.  In simple terms it...

What are my responsibilities as a director under the Companies Act 2006 ?

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A director of a company manages and is responsible for the day to day running of a company.  If you are also an employee and/or shareholder you will have additional obligations – however this blog post just looks at your duties as a director. As...

Christmas and New Year opening times 2023

Peter Mills
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Over the Christmas and New Year period, all our offices will close at 4pm on Friday 22nd December 2023 and reopen as normal on Tuesday 2nd January 2024. Thursday 21st December – All offices open as normal Friday 22nd December – All offices...

Why you should not post about Family court proceedings on social media

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When in the middle of either Financial Remedy Proceedings or Children Act Proceedings, it can be tempting to post about the court proceedings on personal social media accounts. Although this may seem like a good idea at the time, it is not something you...

Delays to probate application approval - how to lessen the impact

Ed Ryder
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Ever lengthening waiting times for probate applications to be approved are generating additional burdens for executors, particularly those sorting out issues without professional support. For example, waiting times in respect of more complex...

Tips for successful co-parenting over Christmas

Amy Foweather
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For separated and divorced parents, navigating the complexities of sharing time with the children during the holidays can be challenging.  The significance of co-parenting during the holidays is a testament to the commitment of both parents to...

How do I deal with an employee who is regularly absent?

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One of my employees is regularly absent for various different reasons. It’s never for very long – a day here, a day there – but he’s a key member of staff and it’s disrupting my business. It’s also annoying to other...

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