DOMESTIC ABUSE

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has announced that children affected by domestic abuse will be automatically classed as victims regardless of whether they were present during violent incidents… https://www.cps.gov.uk/legal-guidance/domestic-abuse #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

STATISTICS ON DIVORCE

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi The Office for National Statistics revealed that in 2021 there were 113,505 divorces granted in England and Wales, a 9.6 % increase compared with 2020 when there were 103,592 divorces… https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/divorce/bulletins/divorcesinenglandandwales/2021 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HANDLING CROSS BORDER CHILD PROTECTION CASES

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi The Welsh Government has published a helpful Guidance Note on handling cross-border child protection cases for local authorities, health boards and trusts… https://www.gov.wales/handling-cross-border-child-protection-cases #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ACCESS DENIED

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi “Access to justice can’t survive further budget cuts…” Indeed it can’t! https://www.barcouncil.org.uk/resource/access-denied-november-2022.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi The House of Commons Library has published a helpful briefing outlining the support available for victims and survivors of domestic abuse when applying for child maintenance through the Child Maintenance Service… https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-9661/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW ONLINE ARMED FORCES COMPENSATION SERVICE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Veterans, did you know that ‘Veterans UK’ has launched a new online compensation service? Here are more details about it… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-online-armed-forces-compensation-service-goes-live?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9b132d89-884b-4ac7-9952-a8de5bc0b570&utm_content=daily #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOMESTIC ABUSE

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi As life becomes more difficult, domestic abuse increases. Please don’t stay in an abusive relationship. There is help out there… https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/articles/domesticabuseandthecriminaljusticesystemenglandandwales/november2022 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ONLINE SAFETY BILL

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi About time… https://www.lawcom.gov.uk/project/taking-making-and-sharing-intimate-images-without-consent/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CUTS TO THE COURTS SYSTEM

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi Law bodies call for urgent changes to the courts system! How anybody can consider further cuts to the legal system is beyond our comprehension… https://www.barcouncil.org.uk/resource/access-to-justice-can-t-survive-further-budget-cuts-new-report-from-the-bar-council.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ONLINE SAFETY BILL

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi One good thing about the new ‘Online Safety Bill’ is that it makes it illegal to encourage others to self- harm. About time! https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/3137 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DAMP AND MOULD ISSUE

Hi, i’s Deborah and Euzi Unfortunately this is ‘locking the door after the horse has bolted’. But finally it seems that damp and mould in property are being taken seriously… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/regulator-of-social-housing-writes-to-social-housing-landlords-on-the-issue-of-damp-and-mould #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

P & O FERRIES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/business/2022/dec/11/tuc-seeks-changes-draft-law-help-seafarers-po-ferries-scandal #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PLANS TO CRIMINALISE SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We don’t do criminal law but we think this is a very good idea… https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/dec/09/uk-government-backs-plan-to-criminalise-sexual-harassment-in-street #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GUIDELINES LAUNCHED TO HELP STAFF SUCCEED AT WORK AND GET BUSINESSES GROWING

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Employers: are you aware that the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published guidance to help employers in supporting disabled people and those with long term health conditions to succeed in the workplace? https://press.hse.gov.uk/2022/11/15/guidelines-launched-to-help-staff-succeed-at-work-and-get-businesses-growing/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MPS MUST LISTEN TO THE PUBLIC ON ASSISTED DYING

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/dec/07/mps-must-listen-to-the-public-on-assisted-dying #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BAD SANTA

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi How many laws do you think Santa breaks every Christmas? https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/articles/bad-santa-how-many-laws-does-santa-break-christmas #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INDONESIA NEW LAWS CRIMINALISING SEX OUTSIDE MARRIAGE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you go to Indonesia and you are not married, this new legislation will apply to you… https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/dec/06/share-your-views-on-indonesias-new-laws-criminalising-sex-outside-marriage #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

£5,000 FINE FOR DRIVERS WEARING CHRISTMAS JUMPERS, BOOTS, COATS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Drivers, are you planning to dress up for Christmas while driving? Be careful! Drivers have been warned that wearing festive outfits and warm clothing could lead to a £5,000 fine… https://www.heart.co.uk/lifestyle/drivers-5000-fine-wearing-christmas-jumpers-boots-coats/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PAW & ORDER

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What a clever idea… https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/nov/29/paw-and-order-lucy-the-labrador-provides-support-as-australias-first-full-time-court-dog #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VEHICLES DECORATED FOR CHRISTMAS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Drivers, are you thinking of decorating your car this Christmas? Think twice! Adorning vehicles with Christmas decorations could land their drivers with a hefty fine and some points on their licence... https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/motoring/drivers-warned-could-fined-5000-22325490 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE - HOLIDAY CLOSURE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Just a quick reminder that our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE will not be available from MONDAY, 26TH DECEMBER 2022 and MONDAY, 2ND JANUARY 2023. We will be back at Ideas Hub on MONDAY, 9TH JANUARY 2023, from 10am to 1pm, offering FREE LEGAL ADVICE to anyone interested. You can just walk in, however, to avoid disappointment, please send us an email at affordablelawforyou@gmail.com, message us or phone us on 07940 384785 to book a face to face appointment, phone consultation or a Zoom meeting. You will find us at The Art Place, Meadows Shopping Centre, High Street, Chelmsford, CM2 6FD. If you think this information might help anyone please share this post. Thank you! Have a lovely Christmas and a Very Happy New Year! #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WOMAN WITH DOWNS SYNDROME LOSES COURT OF APPEAL ABORTION LAW CASE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We find this case morally difficult. What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/nov/25/heidi-crowter-woman-downs-syndrome-loses-court-of-appeal-abortion-law-case #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORK HEALTH INDEX: BENCHMARK AND DEVELOP YOUR EMPLOYEE HEALTH OFFER

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Employers, did you know that the Confederation of Business Industry (CBI) has launched the Work Health Index to support and improve health and wellbeing of your workforce? https://www.cbi.org.uk/articles/work-health-index-benchmark-and-develop-your-employee-health-offer/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PERPETRATORS OFFERED HELP IN FIRM'S DOMESTIC VIOLENCE POLICY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is a great idea and we think it should be done in all firms… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/perpetrators-offered-help-in-firms-domestic-violence-policy/5114402.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VARDY V ROONEY - THE THEATRE PLAY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We think this is very clever! Making a play out of this high profile case… https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2022/nov/23/vardy-v-rooney-the-wagatha-christie-trial-review-wyndhams-theatre-london #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TIK TOK

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are a Tik Tok user, did you know that your data has been shared in China? https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2022/nov/02/tiktok-tells-european-users-its-staff-in-china-get-access-to-their-data #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DUTIES OF GOOD FAITH IN WHOLESALE FINANCIAL CONTRACTS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Financial Markets Law Committee (FMLC) has published a paper examining the duties of good faith in wholesale financial contracts and intends to assist the markets and practitioners in dismissing uncertainty and misunderstanding… https://fmlc.org/publications/paper-duties-of-good-faith-in-wholesale-financial-contracts/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ACCESS DENIED, REPORT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Our experience of trying to deal with the courts and assist our clients totally supports the results of this report… https://www.barcouncil.org.uk/resource/access-denied-november-2022.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

YOUNG PEOPLE AND GAMBLING

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you suspect your child is getting involved in gambling, you might want to read this… https://www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk/news/article/2022-young-people-and-gambling-report #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are a victim of abuse and have issued court proceedings, remember that under Civil Procedure Rule 6.23(1) you can now ask to withhold providing details of your address. For further information go to: https://www.justice.gov.uk/courts/procedure-rules/civil/rules #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SIGHT LOSS TOOL KIT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Employers, if you are working with employees with potential sight loss you need to read this… https://businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/knowledge-hub/toolkits/sight-loss-toolkit/?sort_by=date #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR CARE LEAVERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are a child leaving the care system, did you know that the Children’s Commission has published a guide to assist you? Here it is and you can share it with someone who would benefit from this information… https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/2022/10/25/a-practical-guide-for-care-leavers/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PETS IN THE WORKPLACE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Pet owners, this is for you… https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/dog/bringing-your-dog-to-work #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ABUSE WHILE IN CARE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Unfortunately, Carrie is not the only person to have had this horrendous experience. At the present time there is no time limit for sexual abuse claims in the criminal courts. However, in the Personal Injury claim you have to bring a case within 3 years, BUT, this is a BIG BUT, the court has discretion to allow a personal injury claim to be long even if the LIMITATION PERIOD HAS EXPIRED. The court will have to look into various factors, but it is possible to succeed. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/nov/20/woman-groomed-and-abused-in-care-gets-apology-after-30-years #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KEY INFORMATION GUIDANCE FOR AGENCY WORKERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are an agency worker, you need to read this… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/key-information-document-guidance-for-agency-workers-paid-through-umbrella-companies #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TRAFFIC INFORMATION TO IMPROVE YOUR CHRISTMAS TRAVEL PLANS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Find out where the readworks are to improve your Christmas travel plans and ensure you don't have unnecessary delays or accidents… https://www.gov.uk/traffic-information #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

OBTAINING A PSHYCHOLOGICAL REPORT BY AN EXPERT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is a difficult topic to address. Many of you dealing with family issues, particularly parental alienation, will not necessarily have the funds to obtain a psychological report by an expert. We have been thinking about this and the only suggestions we came up with are: if you are in this situation maybe try to raise the £2,000 to £5,000 required for such a report which would be acceptable to the court, or consider borrowing the money from family and friends. https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/nov/13/unqualified-experts-should-not-have-role-in-child-welfare-cases-court-told #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORKERS AND TEMPORARY WORKERS GUIDANCE FOR SPONSORS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are a sponsor of a worker overseas, this applies to you… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/workers-and-temporary-workers-guidance-for-sponsors-part-2-sponsor-a-worker #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

AWAAB ISHAK

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We are aware that many tenants start to have issues with damp and mould now when temperatures are very low. If you are in this situation, please do contact your landlord, council, or housing association urgently. Most councils have a department which addresses these issues. If you need help, please CONTACT US! https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/awaab-ishak-assumptions-about-lifestyle-25577062 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KEY WORKERS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR CRISIS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is huge… https://www.tuc.org.uk/news/around-1-3-key-workers-public-sector-have-taken-steps-leave-their-profession-or-are-actively #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION WARNED AFTER GAMBLING COMPANIES BENEFIT FROM LEARNING RECORDS DATABASE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Department for Education has been told off for misuse of information on 28 million children… https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/media-centre/news-and-blogs/2022/11/department-for-education-warned-after-gambling-companies-benefit-from-learning-records-database/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEURODIVERSITY AND THE WORKPLACE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We are a firm which deals with neurodivergent clients… https://www.thebraincharity.org.uk/other-ways-to-support-the-brain-charity/neurodiversity-training/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAkMGcBhCSARIsAIW6d0D3IuYFC-8un56JBLmDHkYQRJwJOQP7lMQ78j-liEUWc_TMiW2MnjUaAioMEALw_wcB #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BANK HOLIDAY: 8TH MAY 2023

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Prime Minister's Office has announced that there will be a bank holiday on Monday 8 May 2023, in honour of the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III on 6 May 2023… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bank-holiday-proclaimed-in-honour-of-the-coronation-of-his-majesty-king-charles-iii #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SOCIAL MEDIA ENDORSEMENTS GUIDE FOR INFLUENCERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Content creators, such as popular bloggers, influencers, online streamers, celebrities, social media personalities, can have a big impact on a customer’s buying behaviour. If you are one of them, this is for you… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/social-media-endorsements-guide-for-influencers/social-media-endorsements-being-transparent-with-your-followers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PETS AT CHRISTMAS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Check out these tips to keep your pets safe during the festive period… https://www.forbes.com/uk/advisor/pet-insurance/pets-at-christmas-how-to-keep-your-animals-happy-and-well/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR COURTS AND TRIBUNALS OPENING TIMES 2022/2023

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Find out details of courts and tribunals opening times over the Christmas and New Year bank holidays… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/christmas-and-new-year-courts-and-tribunals-opening-times-2022 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP STATE PENSION PAYMENT THIS CHRISTMAS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Find out when your pension is going to be paid this Christmas… https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-state-pension-payment-dates-25409901 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CAR TAX - BEFORE CHRISTMAS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Are you driving to visit family for Christmas? Make sure your car is taxed. Previous years over 8,000 people applied online for car tax ON Christmas day! Plan your trip in advance… https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-tax #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOME INSURANCE & CHRISTMAS PRESENTS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Find out if your Christmas presents are protected from theft or damage on your home insurance… https://www.uswitch.com/home-insurance/are-christmas-presents-covered-on-home-insurance/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MARRIAGES AND CIVIL PARTNERSHIPS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Did you know that Christmas Eve is the most popular day to propose? Are you planning to use the day to pop up the question? Here is the information you need to know… https://www.gov.uk/marriages-civil-partnerships #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BANK HOLIDAYS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Check out the next Bank Holidays… https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHRISTMAS SCAMMERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Watch out for Christmas Scammers… https://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/1366075/christmas-scam-warning-shield-fraud #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DEER KEEPING RULES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you keep reindeers? Do you know that there are deer keeping rules you must follow, even if you only take them out for seasonal work once a year? https://www.gov.uk/guidance/deer-keepers-tagging-deer-and-reporting-their-movements #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIRE SAFETY TIPS FOR CHRISTMAS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We all want to be happy and safe this Christmas, so don’t forget to check these fire safety tips for Christmas… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-tips-for-christmas/wishing-you-a-safe-and-happy-christmas-accessible #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORLD CUP ISSUES: ACAS TOP TIPS TO DEAL WITH THEM

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The World Cup has started! Employers, Acas has published top tips on potential World Cup issues… https://www.acas.org.uk/worldcup #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FOOD SAFETY AT CHRISTMAS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Leading up to Thanksgiving and Christmas here are some great tips on how to safely prepare turkey at home and enjoy your celebrations! https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/business/food-safety/food-safety-and-public-health/food-safety-christmas #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROMANCE FRAUD

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Each day we see more and more devastating cases of fraud. BE CAREFUL! If you believe you’ve been a victim of romance fraud, call 101. For other forms of fraud you can contact Action Fraud – the national fraud and cybercrime reporting centre or calling 0300 123 2040. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-54613937 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHRISTMAS BONUS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi “The most wonderful time of the year” is fast approaching and with Christmas comes… Christmas Bonus! Which is a one-off tax-free payment made before Christmas, paid to people who get certain benefits in the qualifying week. This is normally the first full week of December… https://www.gov.uk/christmas-bonus #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE FAMILY JUSTICE YOUNG PEOPLE'S BOARD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of the Family Justice Young People’s Board (FJYPB)? They are a group of over 50 children and young people aged between seven and 25 years old who live across England and Wales. All their members have either had direct experience of the family justice system or have an interest in children’s rights and the family courts. Find more about FJYPB… https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/family-justice-young-peoples-board/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COUNCIL TAX DISCOUNT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Find out if you are entitled to council tax discount and get money back… https://www.mylondon.news/news/cost-of-living/martin-lewis-urges-everyone-check-25526545?int_source=nba #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GET PROOF THAT A PARTNER HAS BEEN CHARGED WITH CHILD ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We know some situations are very difficult to deal with but dealing with law claims it is very important that you make sure you have evidence. Here are guidelines to help you get proof that a partner has ben charged with child abuse… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/get-proof-that-a-partner-has-been-charged-with-child-abuse #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SCHOOLS IN BRITAIN WARNED NOT TO BAN MINORITY PUPILS HAIR STYLES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/education/2022/oct/27/schools-in-great-britain-warned-not-to-ban-minority-pupils-hair-styles #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SOCIAL MEDIA ENDORSEMENTS GUIDE FOR INFLUENCERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you an influencer or content creator? This is for you… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/social-media-endorsements-guide-for-influencers/social-media-endorsements-being-transparent-with-your-followers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT BACKS NEW LAW TO HELP PREGNANT WOMEN AND NEW PARENTS STAY IN WORK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the government has backed up a new law to offer pregnant women and new parents greater protection against redundancy? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-backs-new-law-to-help-pregnant-women-and-new-parents-stay-in-work #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BOOST FOR CARERS WHO WILL RECEIVE NEW UNPAID LEAVE ENTITLEMENT UNDER GOVERNMENT BACKED LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you work as a carer? The government is introducing new regulations entitling unpaid carers to at least one week of unpaid leave each year… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/boost-for-carers-who-will-receive-new-unpaid-leave-entitlement-under-government-backed-law #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ICO "HOW TO DEAL WITH A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you run a small business, group or charity? You’ve probably got information about people stored as contacts on your phone or computer, or in notes or other documents. By law, people can ask you for a copy of any information that’s to do with those . It might be saved on your system, but if it’s about them, it’s their personal data, and they have a right to see it. If they ask you for a copy of it, by phone, in person, or in writing, they have made a ‘subject access request’ (SAR), and you need to take action. Here are ten steps to help you deal with a request for information… https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/sme-web-hub/how-to-deal-with-a-request-for-information-a-step-by-step-guide/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CONSULTATION ON WORKER'S HEALTH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have your say: the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched a consultation on its draft guidance on workers’ health. The document aims to provide practical guidance on how to handle workers’ health information in accordance with data protection legislation and to promote good practice. The consultation finishes at 5 pm on 26 January 2023. For further information on how to take part in this consultation go to: https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/ico-and-stakeholder-consultations/ico-consultation-on-draft-employment-practices-guidance-information-about-workers-health/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KINSHIP

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We recently had an inquiry about how a guardian could obtain assistance in dealing with a child who is constantly physically abusive. If you are in a similar situation, or if you know someone in this situation, please contact kinship.org… https://kinship.org.uk/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

STUDENTS ACCOMMODATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Students: here are the worst student accommodation issues! Are you or a friend of yours experiencing any of these issues? Please remember that you have RIGHTS like everybody else, regardless how much you pay for your rented accommodation. If you need help to fight for your rights just contact us! https://www.savethestudent.org/accommodation/student-housing-problems.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LAW SOCIETY HAS DUTY TO RELL SOLICITORS TO SHUN UNDERPAID WORK, SAYS PRESIDENT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/oct/23/law-society-has-duty-to-tell-solicitors-to-shun-underpaid-work-says-president #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIRE SAFETY WHEN CELEBRATING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Check out these fire safety tips when celebrating… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-when-celebrating #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEGAL REQUIREMENT FOR STUDENT ACCOMODATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We are hearing more and more of the difficulties students are having to find accommodation when going to university. We are concern that in desperation to secure a place many are signing agreements without making the proper checks. Things you should look for… https://www.studyinn.com/social/legal-requirements-for-student-accommodation/182.htm #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LABOUR TO STEP EFFORTS TO STOP RECKLESS NORTHERN IRELAND PROTOCOL BILL IN LORDS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2022/oct/21/labour-to-step-efforts-to-stop-reckless-northern-ireland-protocol-bill-in-lords #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SKY LANTERNS AND ANIMAL WELFARE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find why sky lanterns are not safe for animals or the environment… https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/litter/skylanterns #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE CHILDREN'S COMMISSIONER'S RESPONSE TO THE INDEPENDENT INQUIRY INTO CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Following the publishing of the final report in the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, the Children's Commissioner ('the Commissioner') has published a response after a seven-year-long investigation into society’s failings towards children subjected to sexual abuse… https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/2022/10/20/the-childrens-commissioners-response-to-the-iicsa-independent-inquiry-into-child-sexual-abuse/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

JUDICIARY IN ENGLAND AND WALES INSTITUTIONALLY RACIST, SAYS REPORT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Interesting reading… https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/oct/18/judiciary-in-england-and-wales-institutionally-racist-says-report #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GARDEN BONFIRES RULES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out the rules regarding bonfires… https://www.gov.uk/garden-bonfires-rules #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN RESIDENTIAL SETTINGS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Watch out: a national review into safeguarding children with disabilities and complex health needs has revealed serious failures at three residential special schools registered as children's homes… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/safeguarding-children-with-disabilities-in-residential-settings #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURT RULES ABANDONED WIVES SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO RETURN TO UK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/oct/25/court-rules-abandoned-wives-should-be-allowed-to-return-to-uk #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIREWORKS AND THE LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out the rules regarding fireworks… https://www.gov.uk/fireworks-the-law#:~:text=The%20law%20says%20you%20must,the%20cut%20off%20is%201am #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

IMPROVING ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR SEPARATING FAMILIES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The law reform and human rights charity JUSTICE has published its latest report “Improving Access to Justice for Separating Families” which makes recommendations related to child arrangements problems and their resolution in England and Wales… https://justice.org.uk/our-work/civil-justice-system/current-work-civil-justice-system/improving-access-to-justice-for-separating-families/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MET POLICE INVESTIGATING OFFICER ABUSE CLAIMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The BBC has reported that the Metropolitan Police is investigating more than 600 domestic and sexual abuse allegations against its officers… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63162881 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE BEREAVEMENT BENEFITS REMEDIAL ORDER 2022

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Government has published its response to representations made concerning order extending eligibility for bereavement benefits to cohabitants… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-bereavement-benefits-remedial-order-2022-explanatory-memorandum#:~:text=Details,on%20the%20date%20of%20death. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOME OFFICE RECLASSIFIES MODERN SLAVERY AS IMMIGRATION ISSUE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/oct/13/home-office-reclassifies-modern-slavery-as-immigration-issue #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PARTNER WHO REFUSED TO SHARE MONEY ORDERED TO PAY COMPENSATION FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/man-who-refused-share-any-28321271 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PUPPY SCAMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6A5gnOdh7oE&ab_channel=TopDogTips #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURT RULES ABANDONED WIVES SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO RETURN TO UK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/oct/25/court-rules-abandoned-wives-should-be-allowed-to-return-to-uk #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

6.4 MILLION BOOST FOR EMPLOYERS TO SUPPORT DISABLED PEOPLE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers: did you know that the government has set up a new online service, Support with Employee Health and Disability, to help employers better support disabled people and those with health conditions in the workplace? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/6-4-million-boost-for-employers-to-support-disabled-people #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GRANDPARENTS LOOKING AFTER GRANDCHILDREN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Grandparents, this is for you… https://www.aol.co.uk/news/martin-lewis-shares-little-known-171427808.html?guccounter=1 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LATEST RELEASE OIC DATA

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Bringing a large value case against builders can be very expensive. It is vital that you follow the Technology and Construction Court Guide… https://acso.org.uk/news/202210/acso-comments-latest-release-oic-data #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UK NEEDS MIGRANT WORKERS WITH VISA OPTIONS AND FAIR DEALS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Focus on Labour Exploitation (FLEX) has published a blog on the use of short-term work visas for migrant workers… https://www.labourexploitation.org/news/uk-needs-migrant-workers-means-it-also-needs-visa-options-which-offer-workers-fair-deal #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LANDLORD & TENANT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords: make sure you obey the law… https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/news/local-news/two-coventry-landlords-punished-illegally-25203862 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHALLENGE TO GOVERMENT'S LATERAL FLOW TEST CONTRACTS REJECTED BY HIGH COURT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/oct/07/challenge-to-governments-lateral-flow-test-contracts-rejected-by-high-court #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RED TAPE CUT FOR THOUSANDS OF GROWING BUSINESSES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The government has announced a change to the threshold used to determine whether a business is small enough that it should be exempt from certain reporting requirements and regulations. Historically, the government's starting assumption has been that businesses with fewer than 50 employees should be exempt from the more onerous reporting requirements and regulations, but this will now change to encompass businesses with fewer than 500 employees… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/red-tape-cut-for-thousands-of-growing-businesses #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE GUARDIAN VIEW ON DIGITAL DANGERS AFTER MOLLY RUSSELL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree with the Guardian? https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/oct/04/the-guardian-view-on-digital-dangers-after-molly-russell-mps-must-act #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW PARENTAL BEREAVEMENT LEAVE AND PAY BILL FOR NORTHERN IRELAND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of the new Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay Bill for Northern Ireland? This bill entitles eligible working parents in Northern Ireland two weeks’ statutory paid leave following the death of a child under 18 or a stillbirth (after 24 weeks of pregnancy)... https://www.employersforchildcare.org/news-item/new-parental-bereavement-leave-and-pay-bill-for-northern-ireland-2/#:~:text=On%2021%20March%202022%2C%20the,after%2024%20weeks%20of%20pregnancy). #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILDREN NEED TO BE PROTECTED FROM TOXIC SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/media/2022/oct/03/children-need-to-be-protected-from-toxic-social-media-platforms #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

A HAND UP FOR START UPS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has announced that it will widen the eligibility criteria of the Start Up Loans scheme to include businesses that have been trading for up to three years… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/a-hand-up-for-start-ups-33000-new-loans-for-small-businesses-as-900m-government-scheme-widened #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RIGHT TO RENT DOCUMENT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords and tenants: the Home Office has issued how right to rent checks should be carried out and which documents are acceptable… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/right-to-rent-document-checks-a-user-guide #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GET HELP PAYING YOUR BILLS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Check out these grants and benefits to help you pay your energy bills this winter… https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/energy/energy-supply/get-help-paying-your-bills/grants-and-benefits-to-help-you-pay-your-energy-bills/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers: be very careful when assuming what is best for your employees… https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1745090/office-manager-denied-remote-working-because-boss-knew-what-was-best-for-her-wins-60k-at-tribunal #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYERS RIGHT TO WORK CHECKLIST

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers: the Home Office has issued right to work checklist… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/right-to-work-checklist/employers-right-to-work-checklist-accessible-version #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MAN GETS LIFE SENTENCE FOR BRUTAL MURDER OF CANADIAN GIRFRIEND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We knew this young woman and we were very saddened to hear of her death… https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/oct/10/man-gets-life-sentence-for-brutal-of-canadian-girlfriend #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers: when you decide to dismiss an employee, make sure a proper investigation has been undertaken into allegations made against that employee… https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1747185/university-lecturer-sacked-for-aggressive-text-messages-was-unfairly-dismissed#_ga=2.193039789.1887562586.1639994680-636011614.1639994062 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MULTI AGENCY SAFEGUARDING AND DOMESTIC ABUSE PAPER

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel has published the “multi-agency safeguarding and domestic abuse paper” setting out key findings from reviews where domestic abuse featured… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/multi-agency-safeguarding-and-domestic-abuse-paper #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This interesting case is one of the Top Employment Law Cases 2021… https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1747158/postal-worker-fired-for-urinating-in-lay-by-was-unfairly-dismissed#_ga=2.193039789.1887562586.1639994680-636011614.1639994062 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SUPPORT FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Public Interest Law Centre (PILC) has published a report and launched a campaign around the systemic 'gatekeeping' by local authorities of housing support for domestic abuse survivors… https://www.pilc.org.uk/publications/abused-twice-the-gatekeeping-of-support-for-domestic-abuse-survivors-in-every-london-borough/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Be careful at work what you think is a prank could cause somebody else significant stress… https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1745189/nhs-worker-subjected-stressful-practical-joke-unfairly-dismissed-employment-tribunal#_ga=2.193039789.1887562586.1639994680-636011614.1639994062 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WEST YORKSHIRE POLICE OFFERING INNOVATIVE MEANS TO HELP DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The BBC reported that domestic abuse victims in West Yorkshire are being helped to rebuild their lives using an innovative forensic marker spray, provided by the police… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62821880 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers: you really need to check out if you have a robust social media policy! Employees: we would not encourage you to do this… https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1742946/worker-unfairly-dismissed-for-complaining-about-boss-on-facebook#_ga=2.215191063.1887562586.1639994680-636011614.1639994062 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou

CARE LEAVERS PRACTICAL GUIDE TO STARTING UNIVERSITY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you a care leaver who is thinking about applying to university or have already started this year? The Children's Commissioner for England and Wales has published a practical guide for care leavers attending university for the first time which has helpful tips and resources for you… https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/2022/09/08/care-leavers-practical-guide-to-starting-university/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HAMPSHIRE COUNCIL DID NOT ARRANGE TRANSPORT FOR CHILD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has investigated the actions of Hampshire County Council after allegedly not facilitating adequate transport to enable a reception-age child with special educational needs ((SEN) to travel to school… https://www.lgo.org.uk/information-centre/news/2022/aug/hampshire-council-did-not-arrange-transport-for-boy-with-special-needs-in-time #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MUSEUMS IN ENGLAND AND WALES TO GAIN POWER TO DISPOSE OBJECTS ON MORAL GROUNDS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2022/sep/25/museums-england-wales-powers-to-dispose-objects-moral-grounds #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILD CRUELTY OFFENCES CONSULTATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have your say: the Sentencing Council is consulting on a revision to the child cruelty guidelines. The Council is proposing changes to the existing guidelines by introducing a new category of ‘very high culpability’ to cover the most serious cases of child cruelty including death, serious harm or neglect, reflecting the higher maxima. The consultation runs until 27th October 2022. For further information on how to take part in this consultation go to: https://www.sentencingcouncil.org.uk/publications/item/child-cruelty-offences-consultation/#:~:text=What%20is%20this%20consultation%20about,and%20cruelty%20to%20a%20child. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

URGENT CALL FOR REVIEW INTO SENTENCING PREGNANT WOMEN DUE TO HEALTH RISKS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We don’t do criminal law, but we thought this was interesting… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/sep/24/urgent-call-for-review-into-sentencing-pregnant-women-due-to-health-risks #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

OFSTED REPORT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Ofsted has published a report regarding the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on the children's social care sector… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/childrens-social-care-2022-recovering-from-the-covid-19-pandemic/childrens-social-care-2022-recovering-from-the-covid-19-pandemic #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VICTIM'S COMMISSIONER ENGLAND AND WALES DAME VERA BAIRD TO LEAVE POST

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you have any thoughts on this? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/sep/23/victims-commissioner-england-and-wales-dame-vera-baird-to-leave-post #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PROTECTION FROM REDUNDANCY (PREGNANCY AND FAMILY LEAVE) BILL 2022-2023

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Protection from Redundancy (Pregnancy and Family Leave) Bill 2022-23 had its second reading in the House of Commons… https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/3191 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DISABLED WOMAN WINS LEGAL CHALLENGE AGAINST DWP OVER AUTOMATIC BENEFIT DEDUCTION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/sep/23/disabled-woman-wins-legal-challenge-against-dwp-over-automatic-benefit-deduction #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ACAS PUBLISHES NEW ADVICE ON STAFF SUSPENSIONS AT WORK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, this is for you… https://www.acas.org.uk/acas-publishes-new-advice-on-staff-suspensions-at-work #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DIGITAL IDENTITY CERTIFICATION FOR RIGHT TO WORK, RIGHT TO RENT AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are an employer or a landlord, you can engage an Identity Service Provider (IDSP) to assist with carrying out the digital identity verification aspect of a right to work check for prospective employees with a valid British or Irish passport, and right to rent… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/digital-identity-certification-for-right-to-work-right-to-rent-and-criminal-record-checks/digital-identity-certification-for-right-to-work-right-to-rent-and-criminal-record-checks #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PATERNITY LEAVE AND PAY RESEARCH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that a survey by the CIPD of 2,000 senior decision makers reveals that since 2016 very little has changed in employer practice in relation to parental leave? The survey suggests that shared parental leave in its current form is not working… https://www.cipd.co.uk/about/media/press/310822-paternity-leave-and-pay-research #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EQUALITY WATCHDOG TAKES ACTION TO ADDRESS DISCRIMINATION IN USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We found this article fascinating… https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/en/our-work/news/equality-watchdog-takes-action-address-discrimination-use-artificial-intelligence #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SAFE AND LEGAL MIGRATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that there is a 20% reduction in both the general salary threshold for sponsoring a Skilled Worker (from £25,600 to £20,480) and in the going rate for the occupation? There is also a lower visa fee… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mac-commissioned-to-review-shortage-occupation-list/letter-from-the-minister-for-safe-and-legal-migration-to-professor-brian-bell-accessible #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILDREN ARE BETTER PROTECTED ONLINE IN 2022 THN THEY WERE IN 2021

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi A little bit of protection for our children… https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/media-centre/news-and-blogs/2022/09/children-are-better-protected-online-in-2022-than-they-were-in-2021/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORKER PROTECTION (MENDMENT OF EQUALITY ACT 2010) BILL 2022-2023

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, what do you think of the new Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill 2022-2023? https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-9619/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CARER'S LEAVE BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We think the Carer’s Leave Bill is fabulous… https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/3199 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MANAGEMENT OF PRETERM LABOUR AND BIRTH OF TWINS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are a mother of twins, or if you know someone who is or will be, you will find this article about ‘Management of Preterm Labour and Birth of Twins’ interesting… https://www.hsib.org.uk/investigations-and-reports/management-of-preterm-labour-and-birth/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PARLIAMENT ADOPTS NEW RULES ON ADEQUATE MINIMUM WAGES FOR ALL WORKERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We know we are not part of the EU anymore but we thought this is interesting… https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20220909IPR40138/parliament-adopts-new-rules-on-adequate-minimum-wages-for-all-workers-in-the-eu #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BARRISTERS' STRIKE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/oct/10/barristers-in-england-and-wales-vote-to-end-strike-action #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LANDLORD CONVICTED ON THREE CHARGES OF FRAUD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Tenants, watch out for fraudulent landlords! Waltham Forest Council has reported that a private landlord, Wasib Iqbal, has been convicted of three charges of fraud, for supplying false information to support an application for property licensing. Iqbal failed to obtain planning permission for the conversion of a property into self-contained flats, and then lied about the date of the conversion in an attempt to escape enforcement for the planning breach. Iqbal then involved others in the fraud by producing witness statements from neighbours supporting their false contention that the property was converted much earlier than was actually the case… https://newsroom.walthamforest.gov.uk/press-releases/9df4a521-f5bb-4fe0-a066-4e54bba74c9a/landlord-convicted-on-three-charges-of-fraudjavascript #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYERS CANNOT REIMBURSE MORE THAN APPROVED AMOUNT FOR BUSINESS TRAVEL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The government has corrected previous statements on the amount that employers can reimburse in relation to business mileage for the use of the employee’s own car free of income tax and national insurance contributions… https://www.icaew.com/insights/tax-news/2022/Sept-2022/Employers-cannot-reimburse-more-than-approved-amount-for-business-travel #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SCALE UP VISA PROPEL HIGH GROWTH BUSINESSES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out how the UK’s top high-growth businesses will have greater flexibility and power to entice the world’s top talent through a new Scale-up visa which will employ high-skilled individuals who will receive two years’ leave to remain in the UK without requiring further sponsorship or permission beyond the first six months… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/scale-up-visa-will-propel-high-growth-businesses #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GUIDANCE FOR SPONSORS OF SEASONAL WORKERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you looking for seasonal workers? This document provides information for approved scheme operators in the horticultural and poultry production sectors on how to sponsor a worker on the Seasonal Worker immigration route… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/workers-and-temporary-workers-guidance-for-sponsors-sponsor-a-seasonal-worker/workers-and-temporary-workers-guidance-for-sponsors-sponsor-a-seasonal-worker-accessible-version #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ADVISORY FUEL RATES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you owe a company car, here are the new advisory rates for fuel… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/advisory-fuel-rates #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ADMISSIBILITY OF FOREIGN CONVICTIONS IN CHILDREN PROCEEDINGS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi In a recent case the Court of Appeal has ruled that foreign judicial findings or convictions that are relevant to a person's suitability to care for children may be used as evidence in family proceedings. The legal dispute centred around a man who was convicted by a Spanish court in 2011 of sexually abusing a child. The conviction led to a five-and-a-half-year prison sentence. Upon his release the man returned to the UK, where he was made the subject of an indefinite notification order pursuant to section 96A of the Sexual Offences Act 2003. For further information on the case go to: https://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/Civ/2022/1118.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROGUE LANDLORD CONVICTED OF EIGHT OFFENCES AND BANNED FROM LETTING PROPERTIES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you live in Bristol, and Naomi Knapp is letting a property to you, please note that she has been banned from letting properties in England for 4 years after repeatedly failing to meet required standards… https://news.bristol.gov.uk/press-releases/e9b387c9-0794-43c0-8fb1-3c2ac15694d1/rogue-landlord-convicted-of-eight-offences-and-banned-from-letting-properties #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILDREN'S COMMISSIONER: STRIP SEARCH OF CHILDREN BY THE METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Children’s Commissioner for England has requested information on all strip searches of children by police… https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/2022/08/08/strip-search-of-children-by-the-metropolitan-police-service-new-analysis-by-the-childrens-commissioner-for-england/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEASEHOLD - NINE COMPANIES TO REMOVE RENT DOUBLING CLAUSES FROM LEASES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Good news! Nine companies which had purchased freeholds from Taylor Wimpey have committed to remove clauses which meant the price of leaseholders’ ground rents would double every ten years. The freeholders have also agreed to remove terms which were converted from doubling terms into RPI-based ground rent clauses, and to repay homeowners previously affected by the doubling ground rent clauses. The ground rent will therefore not increase over time… https://www.gov.uk/cma-cases/leasehold?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=fbffa9e8-3dd9-4c6f-967b-71eed144c268&utm_content=immediately #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BUSINESS RATES: CHANGE IS COMING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are climbing business rates you need to read this… https://www.rics.org/uk/news-insight/latest-news/news-opinion/business-rates-change-is-coming/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ONLINE SAFETY BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The UK’s embattled Online Safety Bill, which was delayed by the departure of former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson before the Parliament’s summer break, will go ahead, new Prime Minister Liz Truss has said… https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/truss-says-her-government-with-proceed-with-online-safety-bill-but-with-tweaks/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NUISANCE CLAIM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are thinking of bringing a Nuisance claim you need to consider carefully where your property is located. In a recent case the claimant brought a claim based on private nuisance through emissions of noise and odour from neighbouring business premises. The court held, among other things, that the claimant had failed to establish the nuisance alleged against the defendant. The character of the neighbourhood was inconsistent with the calm and meditative location which the claimant suggested and her property was located in what for many years was a busy tourist spot! For further information on the case go to: https://www.bailii.org/cgi-bin/format.cgi?doc=/ew/cases/EWHC/TCC/2022/2210.html&query=(.2022.)+AND+(EWHC)+AND+(2210)+AND+((TCC)) #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GUIDANCE FOR WORKER AND TEMPORARY WORKER SPONSORS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Home Office has updated its coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for Worker and Temporary Worker sponsors in relation to the concession permitting individuals to start work while waiting for a decision. The guidance states that where an individual is applying for a Health and Care visa, the concession will only apply if their Certificate of Sponsorship was assigned before 4 October 2022… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-worker-and-temporary-worker-sponsors #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LANDLORDS' RESPONSIBILITIES FOR GAS SAFETY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords: have you obtained a gas safety certificate? If not, this could be fateful! In a recent County Court case the judge decided that a landlord’s failure to obtain a gas safety certificate at the commencement of a tenancy will bar them from serving a section 21 notice for the duration of that tenancy (Byrne v Harwood-Delgado). Check your responsibilities for gas safety… https://www.hse.gov.uk/gas/landlords/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KINSHIP CARERS ADVICE AND SUPPORT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Support for Kinship Carers: this is something we feel very passionate about. When parents are not able to bring up a child and a family member takes the responsibility to raise that child we believe that they should be supported. But unfortunately, in many cases they are not. If you are in this situation you may be interested in reading this… https://kinship.org.uk/for-kinship-carers/advice-and-support/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

OMBUDSMAN CRITICISES COUNCIL FOR LACK OF TRANSPORT FOR SEN PUPIL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.localgov.co.uk/Ombudsman-criticises-council-for-lack-of-transport-for-SEN-pupils/50928 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MILLIONS LIVING IN AREAS WHERE POLICE NOT TRAINED IN HANDLING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/aug/07/millions-living-in-areas-where-police-not-trained-in-handling-domestic-violence #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILD CRUELTY OFFENCES CONSULTATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are passionate about children not being treated cruelly, please take part in this consultation. The Sentencing Council is seeking views on updated sentencing guidelines for offenders convicted of child cruelty offences, including causing or allowing death or serious injury, or neglect in England and Wales. The consultation will run until 27 October 2022. For further information on how to take part in this consultation go to: https://www.sentencingcouncil.org.uk/publications/item/child-cruelty-offences-consultation/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

OFFICIAL APOLOGY SOUGHT IN RECOGNITION OF LASTING SUFFERING CAUSED BY ADOPTION PRACTICES IN 1950s-1970s

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights has called on the Government to issue a formal apology to unmarried mothers who had their babies taken for adoption in the 50s, 60s and 70s… https://www.womensgrid.org.uk/?p=19823 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CAPITAL GAINS TAX: TRANSFERS OF ASSETS BETWEEN SPOUSES AND CIVIL PARTNERS IN THE PROCESS OF SEPARATING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We know that no one likes paying taxes but you should read this if you are separating from your spouse or partner… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/capital-gains-tax-transfers-of-assets-between-spouses-and-civil-partners-in-the-process-of-separating/capital-gains-tax-separation-and-divorce #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EXTRA SUPPORT FOR THOUSANDS NAVIGATING THE LEGAL SYSTEM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Good news: thousands more vulnerable people will have help navigating civil and family legal issues thanks to increased government investment in legal support… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/extra-support-for-thousands-navigating-the-legal-system #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

E-SCOOTERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We noticed more and more people using e-scooters but we ALL should be aware that there are laws regarding the use of e-scooters… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-48106617 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UPDATED FEES IN THE CIVIL AND FAMILY COURT - EX50 FORM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out the main fees if you need to make a money claim, get a divorce, or you are involved in another type of case in the Civil or Family Courts… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fees-in-the-civil-and-family-courts-main-fees-ex50 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HORTICULTURE MID SEASON LABOUR SURVEY RESULTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very sad... https://www.nfuonline.com/updates-and-information/nfu-horticulture-mid-season-labour-survey-results/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

APPRENTICESHIP AGREEMENT TEMPLATE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are thinking of providing an apprenticeship, this is the updated apprenticeship agreement template you should use… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apprenticeship-agreement-template #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The HM Land Registry has updated its information about the types of electronic signature accepted by HM Land Registry… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/electronic-signatures-accepted-by-hm-land-registry-pg82?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3a9d6620-f636-4713-9789-0b92b3601002&utm_content=daily-full-publication-update-history #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT REQUESTS CONSULTATION WITH EU ON PARTICIPATION IN EU SCIENCE PROGRAMMES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The UK Government wrote to the European Commission to request consultations on finalising the UK’s participation in EU Science Programmes… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-requests-consultations-with-eu-on-participation-in-eu-science-programmes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c6a8f9ad-9c13-4a31-80d9-a2710be35c68&utm_content=immediately #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROGUE LANDLORD BANNED FROM LETTING AND MANAGING PROPERTIES IN COVENTRY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Just a little warning to all Landlords: a landlord has been banned from letting and managing properties in England for a period of 15 months after he broke housing laws multiple times… https://coventryobserver.co.uk/news/first-rogue-landlord-banned-from-letting-properties-in-coventry/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BARRISTERS IN ENGLAND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/all-out-barristers-vote-overwhelmingly-for-full-blown-strike/5113476.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COVID IS NO DEFENCE WHEN THE LANDLORD COMES TO CALL

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Covid is no defence when the landlord comes to call! In a recent case the Court of Appeal has determined that a tenant has no ‘Covid defence’ to a claim for rent arrears. For further information on the case go to: https://www.bailii.org/cgi-bin/format.cgi?doc=/ew/cases/EWCA/Civ/2022/1021.html&query=(.2022.)+AND+(EWCA)+AND+(Civ)+AND+(1021) #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CV FRAUDSTER MUST REPAY SOME WAGES, SUPREME COURT RULES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are thinking of exaggerating your CV, you might want to think again… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/cv-fraudster-must-repay-some-wages-supreme-court-rules/5113460.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP ACTION PLAN FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZED ENTERPRISES 2022 TO 2023

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are a small or medium size business you need to read this… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dwp-action-plan-for-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-2022-to-2023 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

IMMIGRATION AND ASYLUM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/aug/17/rwanda-asylum-policy-passages-must-be-revealed-judge-rules #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WELSH STANDARD OCCUPATION CONTRACTS GUIDANCE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are a Wesh landlord you need to read this… https://gov.wales/standard-occupation-contracts-guidance-html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VULNERABLE WOMEN PUT AT RISK AS COURTS IN ENGLAND AND WALES REVEAL REFUGE LOCATIONS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is horrendous… https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/aug/13/vulnerable-women-put-at-risk-as-courts-in-england-and-wales-reveal-refuge-locations #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT REOPENS BUILDING SAFETY FUND FOR 2022

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you have been affected by the cladding issues, you need to read this… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-fund-guidance-for-new-applications-2022 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ENGLAND AND WALES CRIME VICTIMS NOT PURSUING CASES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We don't do criminal law but we think this is appalling… https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/aug/12/england-and-wales-crime-victims-not-pursuing-cases-criminal-justice-system-confidence-collapse #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW LAW IN PLACE TO ALLOW BUSINESSES TO HIRE AGENCY WORKERS TO PLUG STAFFING GAPS CAUSED BY STRIKE ACTION

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We think this is going to cause enormous difficulty… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-law-in-place-to-allow-businesses-to-hire-agency-workers-to-plug-staffing-gaps-caused-by-strike-action #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEAKED REPORT SUGGESTS DOMINIC RAAB TRYING TO CURB JUDGES' POWERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We believe that independence is imperative. If the content of this report is true, every single one of us is at risk… https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2022/aug/07/leaked-report-suggests-dominic-raab-trying-to-curb-judges-powers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RISE IN RECOMMENDED SALARY FOR ASPIRING SOLICITORS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Are you aspiring to be a solicitor? This information is for you... https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/contact-or-visit-us/press-office/press-releases/rise-in-recommended-salary-for-trainees #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOMESTIC ABUSERS BARRED FROM CROSS EXAMINING VICTIMS IN FAMILY AND CIVIL COURTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is such good news! https://www.gov.uk/government/news/domestic-abusers-barred-from-cross-examining-victims-in-family-and-civil-courts #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TRADE UNIONS CONTESTING LEGISLATION ALLOWING USE OF AGENCY WORKERS IN STRIKE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Thompsons Solicitors has announced that it has written a pre-action judicial review claim letter to the government on behalf of trade unions coordinated by the Trade Union Congress (TUC). In its press release, Thompsons Solicitors stated that the government's newly laid regulations the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses (Amendment) Regulations 2022, SI 2022/852, are in breach of Article 11 of the European Convention on Human Rights and the UK-EU trade and Cooperation Agreement. The regulations will allow companies to use agency working during industrial action. For further information go to: https://www.thompsonstradeunion.law/news/news-releases/employment-matters/government-facing-judicial-review-over-new-regulations-allowing-the-use-of-agency-workers-during-industrial-action #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE RIGHTS OF COHABITING PARTNERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are thinking of, or are cohabiting, you need to read this… https://committees.parliament.uk/work/1196/the-rights-of-cohabiting-partners/news/172666/myth-of-common-law-marriage-leaves-disadvantaged-groups-disproportionately-at-risk/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MENOPAUSE AND THE WORKPLACE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Ladies, are you experiencing an Employers' lack of support for your menopausal symptoms? A new report by the Women and Equality Committee has shown that employer’s lack of support is pushing 'highly skilled and experienced' women out of work. MPs have called for menopause to be a protected characteristic and for a special ambassador to keep women in the workplace… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/jul/28/mps-call-for-menopause-to-be-protected-characteristic-in-uk-equality-act #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOMESTIC ABUSERS BARRED FROM CROSS-EXAMINING VICTIMS IN FAMILY AND CIVIL COURTS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Good news! The Ministry of Justice (MoJ), HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS), and Tom Pursglove MP have announced new measures preventing victims of domestic abuse from being cross-examined by their alleged attackers in family and civil courts… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/domestic-abusers-barred-from-cross-examining-victims-in-family-and-civil-courts #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

'THE FUTURE OF E-SCOOTERS IN THE UK' REPORT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you own an e-scooter? The Association of Consumer Support Organisations (ACSO) has published its report ‘The future of e-scooters in the UK’ which considers the impact of the current regulatory position on liability and the rights of road users if they are injured in an accident involving an e-scooter… https://acso.org.uk/news/202207/acso-report-future-e-scooters-uk #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UKRAINE CONFLICT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Ukraine conflict: the Council of the EU has adopted new measures intended to tighten existing economic sanctions targeting Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2022/07/21/russia-s-aggression-against-ukraine-eu-adopts-maintenance-and-alignment-package/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FITNESS FOR HUMAN HABITATION: GUIDANCE FOR TENANTS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi To all our Welsh friends: the Welsh Government has published guidance for tenants which explains what landlords must do from 1 December 2022… https://gov.wales/fitness-human-habitation-guidance-tenants-contract-holders-html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SUDAN WOMAN FACES DEATH BY STONING FOR ADULTERY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Is this really still happening??? https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2022/jul/13/sudan-woman-faces-death-by-stoning-for-adultery-in-first-case-for-a-decade #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOW PET CUSTODY BATTLES TURNED NASTY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think of this rising area of law? Personally, Deborah's cat La Prima Donna Tosca, would go to whoever fed her the most!!! https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/jul/16/youre-not-taking-the-dog-how-pet-custody-battles-turned-nasty #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURT ORDERS UK GOVERNMENT TO EXPLAIN HOW NET ZERO POLICIES WILL REACH TARGETS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The thing we love about the law is its requirement for clarity, it would seem that no such clarity has been provided in this matter… https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/jul/18/court-orders-uk-government-to-explain-how-net-zero-policies-will-reach-targets #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UK PART YEAR WORKERS ENTITLED TO FULL PAID ANNUAL LEAVE, COURT RULES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Part year workers, this is for you… https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jul/20/uk-part-year-workers-entitled-to-full-paid-annual-leave-court-rules #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EUTHANASIA AND ASSISTED SUICIDE: THE LAW IN THE UK

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you agree with assisted suicide? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/jul/22/law-euthanasia-assisted-suicide-uk-graham-mansfield #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KINSHIP CARERS VICTORY IN SLASHED PAYMENTS CASE HAS WIDE IMPLICATIONS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is a wonderful result, long overdue… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/jul/23/kinship-carers-victory-in-slashed-payments-case-has-wide-implications #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LABOUR PLEDGES TO FAST TRACK RAPE AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CASES THROUGH COURTS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If they did this it would be great… https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2022/jul/26/labour-fast-track-rape-domestic-violence-cases-courts #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LAW CHAMBERS DISCRIMINATED AGAINST GENDER, CRIMINAL BARRISTER TRIBUNAL RULES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Interesting case… https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jul/27/law-chambers-discriminated-against-gender-critical-barrister-tribunal-rules #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LONDON WOMAN JAILED AFTER CLAIMING COUNCIL HOUSE EVEN THOUGH SHE OWED TWO HOMES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We are glad about this result. When there is a total dearth of social housing claiming to need Council Housing when some people OWN property is TOTALLY UNFAIR! https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/london-woman-jailed-after-claiming-council-house-even-though-she-owned-two-homes-already/ar-AA102yyN?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=41d552bde5ee48e8990f69c02f072059 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

'WE HAVE TO ACT NOW TO PUT THE WORLD ON THE PATH TO A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE', THE CABINET OFFICE PRESIDENT SAYS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Cabinet Office President urges countries and companies to quicken the pace of climate action… https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/we-have-to-act-now-to-put-the-world-on-the-path-to-a-more-sustainable-future?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=edfd1e66-d701-40d5-a113-92b2613a2dec&utm_content=immediately #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UK VICTIMS OF INTERNATIONAL MASS MARKETING SCAM TO BE COMPENSATED FROM RECOVERED MONIES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is very important: the National Trading Standards has reported that over 3,500 UK based victims of a marketing scam will have over £530,000 returned to them following an investigation by the US Federal Trade Commission and assisted by the National Trading Standards… https://www.nationaltradingstandards.uk/news/uk-victims-of-international-mass-marketing-scam-to-be-compensated-from-recovered-monies/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CMA & CAA JOINT OPEN LETTER TO AIRLINES ON COMPLIANCE WITH CONSUMER LAW

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Have you had your holiday flight cancelled? This information is very important for you… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cma-and-caa-joint-open-letter-to-airlines-on-compliance-with-consumer-law #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BREXIT: EUROPEAN SCRUTINY COMMITTEE (ESC) PUBLISHES REPORT ON THE FUTURE OF RETAINED EU LAW

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The European Scrutiny Committee (ESC) has published a report on the future of retained EU law (REUL) in the UK concluding that the principle of the supremacy of EU law should be scrapped. The ESC report has proposed that the upcoming Brexit Freedoms Bill should include expansive powers to use secondary legislation, while also recommending that their use should be subject to clear conditions… https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/69/european-scrutiny-committee/news/172253/committee-publishes-report-on-the-future-of-retained-eu-law/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CELEBRATING MARRIAGE: WHERE AND HOW TO TAKE PLACE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Planning a wedding? The Law Commission of England and Wales has published its recommendations to reform weddings law in a report titled ‘Celebrating Marriage: A New Weddings Law’, proposing a fairer system that gives couples more choice over where and how their wedding takes place… https://www.lawcom.gov.uk/project/weddings/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: ACSO COMMENTS ON OFFICIAL INJURY CLAIM PORTAL DATA

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Have you been in a road traffic accident? You may find this information interesting… https://acso.org.uk/news/202207/acso-comment-latest-official-injury-claim-portal-data #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOMESTIC ABUSE ACT STATUTORY GUIDANCE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Home Office has published the government’s response to its consultation on the draft statutory guidance for implementing the definition of domestic abuse in the Domestic Abuse Act 2021. The response covers an overview of responses, key questions, key themes and issues and concludes that the consultation has highlighted areas that need to be considered in future updates as more evidence is collected… https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/domestic-abuse-act-statutory-guidance?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=db886697-234d-4f2c-91a6-5ab6f42b2f88&utm_content=immediately#full-publication-update-history #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GUIDANCE FOR EMPLOYERS WHOSE WORKERS MAY BE AT RISK OF HEAT STRESS IN THE WORKPLACE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Employers, this is very important information for employers whose workers may be at risk of heat stress in the workplace… https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg451.htm #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BARRISTERS IN ENGLAND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/all-out-barristers-vote-overwhelmingly-for-full-blown-strike/5113476.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WHAT SHOULD BE THE MINIMUM TEMPERATURE IN THE WORKPLACE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Feeling too hot to work?? Find out what should be the minimum temperature in the workplace… https://www.hse.gov.uk/temperature/law.htm #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FREDERICK BARCLAY COULD FACE JAIL OVER FAILED PAYMENTS TO EX-WIFE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We see so many husbands and wives fail to make payments and the Courts do not always seem to come down firmly enough so this sends a clear message… https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jul/28/frederick-barclay-could-face-jail-over-failed-payments-to-ex-wife #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

REBEKAH VARDY LOSES LIBEL CASE AGAINST COLEEN ROONEY WAGATHA CHRISTIE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/jul/29/rebekah-vardy-loses-libel-case-against-coleen-rooney-wagatha-christie #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Just a quick reminder that our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE will not be available from MONDAY, 8TH AUGUST to MONDAY 29TH AUGUST 2021. We will be back at Ideas Hub on MONDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER, from 10am to 1pm, offering FREE LEGAL ADVICE to anyone interested. You can just walk in, however, to avoid disappointment, please send us an e-mail at affordablelawforyou@gmail.com, message us or phone us on 07940 384785 to book a face to face appointment, phone consultation or a Zoom meeting. You will find us at The Art Place, Meadows Shopping Centre, High Street, Chelmsford, CM2 6FD. If you think this information might help anyone please share this post. Thank you! Have a lovely Summer! #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HISTORIC HIGH COURT RULING FINDS UK GOVERNMENT CLIMATE STRATEGY UNLAWFUL

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.politics.co.uk/opinion-former/press-release/2022/07/19/historic-high-court-ruling-finds-uk-governments-climate-strategy-unlawful/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Just a quick reminder that our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE will not be available from MONDAY, 8TH AUGUST to MONDAY 29TH AUGUST 2021. We will be back at Ideas Hub on MONDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER, from 10am to 1pm, offering FREE LEGAL ADVICE to anyone interested. You can just walk in, however, to avoid disappointment, please send us an e-mail at affordablelawforyou@gmail.com, message us or phone us on 07940 384785 to book a face to face appointment, phone consultation or a Zoom meeting. You will find us at The Art Place, Meadows Shopping Centre, High Street, Chelmsford, CM2 6FD. If you think this information might help anyone please share this post. Thank you! Have a lovely Summer! #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TIPS FOR EMPLOYERS TO MANAGE HOT WEATHER AT WORK

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Acas has top tips to help employers manage workplace challenges due to the hot weather… https://www.acas.org.uk/acas-tips-for-employers-to-manage-hot-weather-at-work#:~:text=Acas%27s%20top%20tips%20for%20hot-weather%20working%20include%3A%20Workplace,assessment%20if%20staff%20are%20unhappy%20with%20the%20temperature. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice