NEW GUIDANCE ON REMOTE OBSERVATION OF HEARINGS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Courts and tribunals are now allowing reporters and other members of the public to observe hearings remotely… https://www.judiciary.uk/announcements/practice-guidance-on-remote-observation-of-hearings-new-powers/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

POLICE PERPETRATED DOMESTIC ABUSE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS REPORT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The government has published a report into the handling of Police perpetrated domestic abuse against women and girls… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/police-super-complaints-force-response-to-police-perpetrated-domestic-abuse/police-perpetrated-domestic-abuse-report-on-the-centre-for-womens-justice-super-complaint #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOMES FOR UKRAINE - GUIDANCE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The government has published guidance for sponsors about existing applications to ‘Homes for Ukraine’ for children who are not travelling with or joining their parent or legal guardian… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/homes-for-ukraine-guidance-for-sponsors-children-and-minors-applying-without-parents-or-legal-guardians #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CLAIMANTS WAITING SIX MONTHS TO SETTLE WHIPLASH PORTAL CASES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/claimants-waiting-six-months-to-settle-whiplash-portal-cases/5113101.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ASYLUM SEEKERS (PERMISSION TO WORK) BILL

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Asylum Seekers (Permission to Work) Bill had its first reading at the House of Commons. This is a Bill to make provision for granting permission to work to asylum seekers who have waited six months for a decision on their asylum application; and for connected purposes. For further information on the bill go to: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/bills/cbill/58-02/0036/210036.pdf #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURT SUPPORT STILL THREATENED DESPITE FUNDING UPDATE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/court-support-still-threatened-despite-funding-update/5113075.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WHO CAN ISSUE FIT NOTES? GUIDANCE FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS AND THEIR EMPLOYERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Are you doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists, physiotherapists or their employers? The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Department of Health and Social Care have issued new guidance for healthcare professionals and their employers, regarding who is eligible to issue fit notes… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/who-can-issue-fit-notes-guidance-for-healthcare-professionals-and-their-employers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NHS 2022 PAY AND TCS ADVISORY NOTICE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you work for the NHS? NHS Employers published its Terms and Conditions and Pay advisory notices… https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/2022-pay-and-tcs-advisory-notice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VICTORIA'S MOVE TO RESTRICT SILECING SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/jul/11/victorias-move-to-restrict-silencing-sexual-harassment-victims-welcomed-by-unions-and-lawyers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MODERN SLAVERY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi In a recent case a woman who is a migrant domestic worker and worked in the household of a diplomat representing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the UK claimed to be a victim of human trafficking who was forced to work for her employer and his family in circumstances of modern slavery after they brought her with them to the UK. Her employer applied to have her claim struck out on the ground that he has diplomatic immunity. Find out if the employer was successful… http://ukscblog.com/new-judgment-basfar-v-wong-2022-uksc-20/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PRISONERS DENIED ACCESS TO FORENSIC EVIDENCE IN BID TO PROVE THEIR INNOCENCE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jul/10/prisoners-denied-access-to-forensic-evidence-in-bid-to-prove-their-innocence #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MEDICAL DEVICES REGULATION CONSULTATION RESPONSE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The government has published its response to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency’s (MHRA) consultation on the future regulation of medical devices in the UK… https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2022-06-27/debates/22062737000010/MedicalDevicesRegulationConsultationResponse #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES TURN CLIENTS AWAY AMID FUNDING SHORTFALL AS FAMILY VIOLENCE SPIKES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jul/11/community-legal-services-turn-clients-away-amid-funding-shortfall-as-family-violence-spikes #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LAW COMMISSION CONSULTATION: REMOTE DRIVING

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Have your say: the Law Commission has published its remote driving issues paper and invites views to consider the law surrounding remote driving and potential reforms needed. The Law Commission addresses the current law, the safety challenges of remote driving, driving vehicles from abroad, as well as the potential reform options over the short and longer term. The deadline for responses is 2 September 2022. For further information on how to take part in this consultation go to: https://consult.justice.gov.uk/law-commission/remote-driving/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DIPLOMATS WHO EXPLOIT STAFF CANNOT RELY ON INMUNITY, SAYS SUPREME COURT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Very interesting case… https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jul/06/diplomats-who-exploit-domestic-staff-cannot-rely-on-immunity-says-uk-supreme-court #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHANGES TO THE MENTAL CAPACITY ACT 2005

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the Government has recently published a new draft of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (‘the Act’)? The draft MCA sets out the legal framework for people who lack capacity to make decisions for themselves, or who have capacity and want to make preparations for a time when they may lack capacity in the future. It also sets out who can make decisions, in which situations, and how they should go about this. For further information go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/changes-to-the-mca-code-of-practice-and-implementation-of-the-lps/draft-mca-code-of-practice-summary#:~:text=It%20sets%20out%20the%20legal,they%20should%20go%20about%20this. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOME OFFICE PLANS SECOND FLIGHT TO DEPORT ASYLUM SEEKERS TO RWANDA

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/jul/03/uk-home-office-plans-second-flight-to-deport-asylum-seekers-to-rwanda #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS FOR SPONSOR APPLICATIONS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Are you a business person or an education provider? The Home Office has updated its ‘Sponsor Guidance Appendix A: supporting documents for sponsor applications’ which lists all documents that businesses and education providers must provide with an application for a Student, Worker or Temporary Worker sponsor licence… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/supporting-documents-for-sponsor-applications-appendix-a #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CRIMINAL BARRISTERS PAY OFFER IN THE DOCK

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jul/01/criminal-barristers-pay-offer-in-the-dock #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SPONSOR A GLOBAL BUSINESS MOBILITY WORKER

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Employers, the Home Office has updated its guidance on how to sponsor a worker on the Global Business Mobility (GBM) routes… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/sponsor-a-global-business-mobility-worker #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOME OFFICE TO FACE LEGAL CHALLENGE OVER POST BREXIT RIGHTS OF EU CITIZENS IN UK

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2022/jun/30/home-office-to-face-legal-challenge-over-post-brexit-rights-of-eu-citizens-in-uk #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BILL OF RIGHTS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of a “Bill of Rights”? The Government has introduced this Bill seeking to reform 'the law relating to human rights by repealing and replacing the Human Rights Act 1998. Bill of Rights considers: Freedom of speech to be given greater weight in law New permission stage in court to prevent trivial legal claims wasting taxpayers’ money Allows future laws to make it harder for foreign criminals to frustrate deportation process And much more… For further information on Bill of Rights go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bill-of-rights-to-strengthen-freedom-of-speech-and-curb-bogus-human-rights-claims #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

STATE IMMUNITY TO CLAIMS BY THOSE WORKING IN UK MILITARY BASES RUN BY FOREIGN STATES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) recently had an interesting case of conjoined appeals in which there was no jurisdiction to hear the claims because of state immunity. Both claimants were employed on US air force bases in the UK and had made claims relating mainly to health issues. At a preliminary hearing the employment judge found that state immunity applied and dismissed any claims. The claimants appealed arguing, broadly, that the work they carried out did not involve any judicial investigation of US policies or security. For further information on the case go to: https://www.bailii.org/uk/cases/UKEAT/2022/92.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ABI NEW REPORT: "AUTOMATIC ENROLMENT: WHAT WILL THE NEXT DECADE BRING?"

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has published a report titled ‘Automatic Enrolment: what will the next decade bring?’. The report examines: the success of the automatic enrolment policy over the past ten years, identifies the challenges, and proposes steps to increase pension engagement. For further information go to: https://www.abi.org.uk/news/news-articles/2022/06/automatic-enrolment-action-plan-needed-for-the-next-decade/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE LEASEHOLD REFORM (GROUND RENT) ACT 2022

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you know what the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 is? The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 represents the first stage of the government’s aim to make leasehold property ownership fairer and more affordable, and it came into force on 30 June 2022. The Act puts an end to ground rent payments on new residential long leases for properties in England and Wales. A long lease is one with a term of more than 21 years. The purpose of the Act is to make owning a leasehold residential property fairer, more transparent and more affordable for the leaseholder and to fulfil the government’s commitment to set future ground rents to zero. For further information go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-leasehold-reform-ground-rent-act-user-guidance/leasehold-reform-ground-rent-act-2022-guidance-for-leaseholders-landlords-and-managing-agents #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE NEW DEPRIVATION OF LIBERTY (DOLS) COURT AT THE ROYAL COURTS OF JUSTICE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The new Deprivation of Liberty (DoLs) Court at the Royal Courts of Justice was launched this month. This order is a practical step forward in dealing with the significant increase in applications that seek to deprive children of their liberty… https://www.judiciary.uk/announcements/launch-of-national-deprivation-of-liberty-dols-court-at-the-royal-courts-of-justice-4-july-2022/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DIGITAL ONLY RIGHT TO WORK AND RENT CHECKS: EQUALITY IMPACT ASSESSMENT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Home Office has published an Equality Impact Assessment (EIA) on digital-only right to work and rent checks. This policy proposal feeds into the wider intention to roll out the online immigration status services to all migrants and to remove physical documents completely by the end of 2024… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/digital-only-right-to-work-and-rent-checks-equality-impact-assessment #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RICS RESPONSE TO THE RENTERS REFORM WHITE PAPER

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyor (RICS) has published its response to the Renters Reform White Paper… https://www.rics.org/uk/news-insight/latest-news/news-opinion/rics-response-to-the-renters-reform-white-paper/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WHEN IS THE LAST DAY TO USE THE OLD £20 AND £50 NOTES AND WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE DEADLINE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the old paper £20 and £50 notes will not be legal tender for much longer? https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/when-is-the-last-day-to-use-the-old-%c2%a320-and-%c2%a350-notes-and-what-happens-after-the-deadline/ar-AAYMb0v?ocid=msedgntp #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE RENTING HOMES (WALES) ACT 2016 (THE ACT) COMES INTO FORCE TODAY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi To all our Welsh friends! The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 (‘the Act’) comes into force today and introduces a radical change to both existing and new residential Tenancies and Licence Agreements covering properties in Wales… https://www.agriadvisor.co.uk/2022/05/notice-to-all-welsh-landlords-act-now/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW DEAL FOR PRIVATE RENTERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Tenants! Have you checked the new deal for private renters which ensures improvements to the rights and conditions for millions of renters? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-deal-for-private-renters-published-today #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MENOPAUSE IN THE WORKPLACE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Employers, did you know that ACAS can provide you with training on Menopause in the workplace? And it is online!!! https://obs.acas.org.uk/EventsList.aspx?SubRegionId=-1&SearchTopicId=90&SubRegion=--%20All%20Regions%20--&SearchTopic=Menopause #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PROBATE MATTERS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi We recently have been dealing with probate matters which have been very contentious. Please make sure you have your “Last Will and Testament” to avoid difficult situations when you pass. Contact us if you need help!! https://www.gov.uk/applying-for-probate #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS AND THE MENOPAUSE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Ladies, are you going through the menopause? Find out more about your employment rights and the menopause… https://www.acas.org.uk/menopause-at-work #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

REQUIREMENT FOR PHYSICAL ADDRESS FOR SERVICE AND AWARD OF INDEMNITY COSTS THE NORM

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi DO NOT serve court papers without using the parties’ physical address!! By the way, an email address will not be accepted. In a recent case the judge established that an email address would not satisfy the rules. The judgement also highlighted circumstances in which the conduct of the parties involved in litigation can justify an award of costs against them to be assessed on an indemnity basis.order requirement for physical address for service and award of indemnity costs the norm. For further information on the case go to: https://www.bailii.org/cgi-bin/format.cgi?doc=/ew/cases/EWHC/Ch/2022/1162.html&query=(.2022.)+AND+(EWHC)+AND+(1162)+AND+((Ch)) #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BEDROOM TAX EXPLAINED

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Families living in council homes could be hit with a charge if members of their household move out – and in most cases it will come in the form of a reduction in benefits. Find out more about 'bedroom tax'… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/bedroom-tax-explained-including-how-much-who-is-exempt-and-whether-you-have-to-pay-it/ar-AATeJU6?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=6667e3ab6853459abf0581ee25433824 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LIP SUPPORT SERVICE UNDER THREAT AFTER GOVERNMENT CUTS FUNDING

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/lip-support-service-under-threat-after-government-cuts-funding/5112832.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HEALTHY AND WELLBEING WHEN WORKING FROM HOME

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi More and more of us are working from home, even if it is only part time. However, have you made sure that your employee has had a risk assessment? https://www.acas.org.uk/health-safety-and-wellbeing-when-working-from-home #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CAFCASS LAUNCHES NEW TELEPHONE SERVICE FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE TO SHARE FEEDBACK

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is really good news! It mainly applies to older children but still, very good news! Please share this information so that children can be aware of this facility… https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/2022/06/16/cafcass-launches-new-telephone-service-for-children-and-young-people-to-share-feedback/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIRM THAT REFUSED TO MEDIATE WAS UNREASONABLE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi As a litigant in person, always be willing to engage in mediation, otherwise the courts may regard your actions unreasonable… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/firm-that-refused-to-mediate-was-unreasonable-court-rules/5112817.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

YOUR PATERNITY RIGHTS LEAVE AND PAY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Are you shortly to become a father? Do you know your paternity rights? Check this information... https://www.acas.org.uk/your-paternity-rights-leave-and-pay #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIRM WAS RIGHT TO SACK RUDE AND AGGRESSIVE EMPLOYEE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Employees: you cannot afford to be rude and aggressive in the workplace as the courts just ruled that such behaviour has granted the employers the right to sack you… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/firm-was-right-to-sack-rude-and-aggressive-employee/5112804.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NO-FAULT EVICTION AND BARRING TENANTS ON BENEFITS TO BE OUTLAWED IN ENGLAND

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/money/2022/jun/15/white-paper-to-tackle-unfair-evictions-and-bad-landlords-in-england#:~:text=Renting%20property-,No%2Dfault%20evictions%20and%20barring%20tenants%20on,to%20be%20outlawed%20in%20England&text=Measures%20to%20tackle%20unscrupulous%20private,millions%20of%20renters%20in%20England. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

OVER EIGHT MILLION HOUSEHOLDS TO GET NEW COST OF LIVING PAYMENT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Department for Work and Pensions announced that over eight million low-income households are to benefit from a new 'cost-of-living' payment… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/over-eight-million-households-to-get-new-cost-of-living-payment-from-14-july #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TV JUDGE CALLS FOR SOCIAL MEDIA RESPONSES TO GOVERNMENT ATTACKS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Judges and lawyers have an obligation to apply for law fairly and responsibly, and they should not be attacked by anyone when they are trying to uphold rules that apply to all of us… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/tv-judge-calls-for-social-media-responses-to-government-attacks/5112820.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VISA DECISION WAITING TIMES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/visa-decision-waiting-times-applications-outside-the-uk #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BRITONS FACING COURT ALONE WHO RELY ON HELPLINE SUPPORT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is why we set up Affordable Law For YOU… https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jun/19/im-so-desperate-britons-facing-court-alone-who-rely-on-helpline-support #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you know what is the ECHR? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jun/15/what-is-the-echr-and-how-did-it-intervene-in-uk-rwanda-flight-plans#:~:text=It%20is%20an%20international%20court,that%20have%20ratified%20the%20convention. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURT SUPPORT SERVICE UNDER THREAT

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2022/jun/19/court-support-service-under-threat-ministry-of-justice-pulls-funding #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CONCERNS OVER CHILDREN BEING CAUGHT UP IN THE HOME OFFICE'S RWANDA POLICY

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.childrenslegalcentre.com/coram-childrens-legal-centre-join-with-other-charities-raising-serious-concerns-over-children-being-caught-up-in-the-home-offices-rwanda-policy/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INQUIRY URGED INTO PARENTAL ALIENATION

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is an interesting article, especially because we are getting more and more clients who are victims of parental alienation… https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2022/jun/19/inquiry-parental-alienation-court-experts-england-wales #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE DEBT RESPITE SCHEME (BREATHING SPACE)

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Do you feel you are ‘drowning in debt’? If you are in debt you may be entitled to a ‘breathing space”. The Debt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space) will give someone in problem debt the right to legal protections from their creditors.... https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/debt-respite-scheme-breathing-space-guidance/debt-respite-scheme-breathing-space-guidance-for-creditors #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UK PRISONERS ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/jun/18/uk-prisoners-attention-deficit-disorder-adhd-prison #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW STRANGULATION AND SUFFOCATION LAWS COME INTO FORCE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The CPS has published new strangulation and suffocation laws which come into force to help protect victims… https://www.cps.gov.uk/legal-guidance/non-fatal-strangulation-or-non-fatal-suffocation #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FINES FOR NUISANCE CALLERS COULD BE RAIED TO £17.5M

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi This could not have happened soon enough… https://www.theguardian.com/money/2022/jun/16/fines-for-nuisance-callers-could-be-raised-to-175m #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GET HELP ARRANGING CHILD MAINTENANCE - NEW ONLINE SERVICE

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi The Child Maintenance Service launched “Get Help Arranging Child Maintenance” which is a new online service that supports separated parents to understand their options around making financial arrangements for their children… https://child-maintenance.service.gov.uk/get-help-arranging-child-maintenance/?utm_source=Referral&utm_medium=GOV_UK&utm_campaign=how-to-apply #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RAPE COURTS PILOT IN ENGLAND

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi When will the situation of rape victims going to be taken seriously? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/jun/16/rape-courts-pilot-in-england-dismissed-as-gimmick-amid-low-conviction-rates #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILD CRUELTY OFFENCES JUMP 25% IN THE LAST YEAR

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10902367/Child-cruelty-offences-jump-quarter-year-figures-show.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GREENFEEDS SENIOR MNAGEMENT JAILED OVER DEATH OF TWO EMPLOYEES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi Such a tragic incident… https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/jun/16/greenfeeds-senior-management-jailed-over-death-of-two-employees #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MORE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS GIVEN POWER TO CERTIFY FIT NOTES

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi New legislation to allow a wider range of healthcare professionals to certify fit notes has been introduced by the UK government to ease pressure on GPs… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/more-healthcare-professionals-given-powers-to-certify-fit-notes #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RECOVERY OF BENEFITS

Hi, it's Deborah and Euzi If you are a litigant in person bringing a claim compensation in respect of cost of care may be reduced where the following benefits have been paid during the relevant period: Attendance Allowance Care component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA Care) Disablement Pension increase for Constant Attendance Allowance Exceptionally Severe Disablement Allowance living component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP L) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/recovery-of-benefits-and-or-lump-sum-payments-and-nhs-charges-technical-guidance/recovery-of-benefits-and-lump-sum-payments-and-nhs-charges-technical-guidance#the-law #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MEDIATION TO HELP THOUSANDS MORE FAMILIES AVOID COSTLY LEGAL BATTLES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Ministry of Justice has announced that a further £5.4m in funding will be available to help families resolve disputes away from court. This investment will provide 10,200 additional vouchers for mediation services… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mediation-to-help-thousands-more-families-avoid-costly-legal-battles#full-publication-update-history #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice