The Government’s Autumn 2024 Budget announced one of the most significant reforms of Inheritance Tax (IHT) reliefs in decades, specifically affecting business and agricultural property. Draft legislation, published on 21 July 2025, confirms that these...
The Employment Rights Bill is currently going through the Report Stage in the House of Lords, one of the final stages in the legislative process. It is expected that the Bill will receive Royal Assent in Autumn 2025, a year since it was first introduced into...
Planning for the future is not always easy, especially when it involves thinking about losing capacity or making decisions at the end of life. But having the right legal arrangements in place can make all the difference, not only for your own peace of mind,...
Independent investigators not liable for whistleblowing dismissal When handling high-stakes disciplinary or grievance matters - particularly involving senior staff - many businesses sensibly turn to external HR consultants or investigators to...
It’s no secret that marriage rates in the UK are declining [1] , but this does not mean that families aren’t finding themselves in legal disputes, especially if there are children from the relationship. However, unmarried couples of course do not...
Losing a loved one is a difficult and emotional time, and the practical realities of dealing with their estate can add a layer of complexity and stress. The legal process of administering the deceased’s estate is often misunderstood and underestimated...
In an era increasingly driven by digital convenience, the use of AI‑assisted drafting tools and do-it-yourself (DIY) Will kits is often marketed as a simple, low-cost alternative for estate planning. However, these seemingly straightforward solutions...
You may have heard that within divorce proceedings a lump sum can be awarded to one party payable by the other as part of a financial settlement, usually to ‘buy out’ one parties’ interest in the former family home. You may have not...
‘What is Probate? Do I need it? What about Inheritance Tax?’ Understanding what happens when a loved one passes away can be an overwhelming experience. Research conducted by the Estate Registry has revealed many people are confused by...
Following a Final Order made in divorce financial remedy proceedings, a lump sum may have been ordered to be paid by one party to other as the best way to divide up the assets to conclude the proceedings. However, what happens if the party ordered to...
