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We are well into a third lockdown and, although we have no timescale for when the restrictions will come to an end, there is the hope of a light at the end of the tunnel…

On 16th January 2021, the Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick MP, announced plans to enable the public to turn vacant plots of land and derelict buildings into community spaces and new homes. Broadly speaking, the plans will…

The success of a business relies on certain information that is considered both invaluable and integral and, to protect the business, it is important to restrict the use of it when an employee leaves the…

In September 2020 the Government announced a Christmas “truce” for renters facing eviction. The Government has now announced an extension on this “truce” until 21st February 2021. This means that bailiffs will not enforce possession orders until…

The Additional Restrictions Grant scheme is now open to any business which has seen its revenues affected by the COVID-19 pandemic by at least 30%. Applicants can apply if they are not eligible to receive…

The Government has today announced substantial proposed changes to English property law which could benefit around 4.5 million leaseholders. Under the current rules, leaseholders of houses can only extend their lease once for 50 years…

We are delighted to welcome Rukhma Sohail to our Family team. Rukhma qualified as a solicitor in 2019 and is interested in developing her practice in all areas of family law covered by the firm….

2021 could finally be the year when Companies House builds on its role as company registrar and dips a toe into the waters of becoming a company regulator, at least of sorts. Three new consultations…

In accordance with the latest Government guidelines, most of our staff are working remotely and our offices are closed to the public.  Essential, pre-arranged appointments can take place in certain situations and we ask that…

A recent refusal by the Supreme Court to hear a final appeal by Freddy McConnell has shown that clarity is needed on Transgender rights in the UK. Freddy, 32, was born a woman but has…