Tenant Stamp Duty Charge
Renters in the United Kingdom may face large penalties as a result of a little-known law that may force them to pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) despite not owning their rental property.
Women in law – Celebrating the past and shaping the future
Women in the law - The ever-changing landscape of the legal profession, women in the law and the inspiration behind The First 100 Years project.
Public rights of way – Using the UK countryside responsibly
Public rights of way - The Countryside Code provides rules to ensure rural areas are kept safe and remain enjoyable for visitors.
World Consumer Rights Day: Buy now, pay later and the law
As part of World Consumer Rights Day on 15 March 2022, we take a look at recent efforts to regulate providers of buy-now-pay-later schemes.
Retail Price Index – proposed reforms
The Retail Price Index (RPI) is due to be transformed to bring it in line with the Consumer Price Index including occupiers’ housing costs (CPIH). The RPI index will be calculated utilising the same strategies and information sources as the CPIH.
Menopause and work life, where is the balance?
Menopause and work - and the importance of having policies to address the symptoms and conversations to support women in the workplace.
New Partner Announcement – Manal Fouad
We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Manal Fouad as our newest partner. Read more here.
No-fault divorce – Working it out when things go wrong
No-fault divorce comes into effect in April 2022. The aim is to reduce cases reaching family courts and the stress on divorcing couples by minimising blame and by encouraging best outcomes through good communication and supported discussions.
Divorcing your business partner
Divorcing your partner is never easy, but what happens when you run a business together? You will need specialist legal advice. Read more here.
Covid-safe workplace as businesses return to the office
The annual report from the Health and Safety Executive is a reminder to employers to ensure health and safety continues to take account of the risk of Covid-19 transmission and the impact on mental health.