SHAMIMA BEGUM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/commentary-and-opinion/what-does-shamima-begum-losing-citizenship-appeal-mean-for-others/5115441.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIREARM BILL 2023

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of the Firearms Bill 2023? https://www.theyworkforyou.com/debates/?id=2023-03-03a.1070.0 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EXTRAVAGANT CLAIM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We found this very interesting… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/judge-throws-out-extravagant-claim-about-litigants-lookalike/5115453.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LANDLORDS' GUIDE TO RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords, you should know this… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/landlords-guide-to-right-to-rent-checks #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

IMMIGRATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/mar/14/asylum-seekers-win-permission-for-rwanda-policy-legal-challenge #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RIGHT TO WORK CHECKS - EMPLOYERS' GUIDE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, you should know this… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/right-to-work-checks-employers-guide #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ALLEGEDLY RAPED TEENAGER CHANGE TRIAL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Even though we don’t do Criminal Law, we totally agree with this… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/mar/12/isobel-goatcher-allegedly-raped-teenager-change-trial #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GUIDANCE RATES AND THRESHOLDS FOR EMPLOYERS 2023 TO 2024

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, you should know this… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rates-and-thresholds-for-employers-2023-to-2024 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEGAL AID

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2023/mar/09/mother-unlawfully-denied-legal-aid-in-case-against-abusive-ex-uk-court-rules #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HEALTH CAR WORKER VISA - TAKING A SECOND JOB

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the Health and Care Worker guidance tool on GOV.UK has been amended to say that persons with a Skilled Worker visa on this basis are now able to work more than 20 hours per week in supplementary employment if that work would also be eligible for a health and care worker visa? The guidance states that this arrangement will end on 27 August 2023… https://www.gov.uk/health-care-worker-visa/taking-a-second-job #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LOOPHOLE ON SECOND HOMES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Currently, those who have a second home in England can apply to their local authority for a council tax discount and access small business rates relief simply by declaring an intention to let the property as a holiday home. However, from 1st April 2023, in order to qualify for business rates, second homes will have to be rented out for at least 70 days a year and available to let for at least 140 days. This is to help make sure only genuine holiday lets benefit from the tax relief… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/gove-closes-tax-loophole-on-second-homes #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PERSONAL INJURY (NHS CHARGES) (AMOUNTS) AMMENDMENTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi When bringing a claim for Personal Injury don’t forget that charges incurred by the NHS are recoverable and these charges have gone up… https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2023/220/made?view=plain #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

IMMIGRATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/mar/08/what-are-the-legal-obstacles-faced-by-the-uks-migration-bill-suella-braverman #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEGAL AGE OF MARRIAGE IN ENGLAND AND WALES RISES TO 18

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We totally agree with this decision… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/legal-age-of-marriage-in-england-and-wales-rises-to-18 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ICO SHARES RESOURCES TO HELP DESIGNERS EMBED DATA PROTECTION BY DEFAULT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you an UX designer, a product manager or a software engineer? The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has produced new guidance for UX designers, product managers and software engineers to help them embed data protection into their products and services. The guidance looks at key privacy considerations for each stage of product design, from kick-off to post-launch, and includes examples of good practice and steps for organisations to take when designing websites, apps and technology products and services… https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/media-centre/news-and-blogs/2023/03/ico-shares-resources-to-help-designers-embed-data-protection-by-default/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MARRIAGE BETWEEN CIVIL PARTNERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are having a marriage between civil partners in Scotland, make sure you fill in the correct form… https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2023/55/made #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT BACKS BILL TO EXPAND PENSION SAVING TO YOUNG AND LOW EARNERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are worried about your pension in the future, read this… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-backs-bill-to-expand-pension-saving-to-young-and-low-earners?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=020c86f4-7240-403f-81e1-5347e4a39fc2&utm_content=immediately #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MARRIGE REGISTRATION IN SCOTLAND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are getting married in Scotland, make sure you fill in the correct form… https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2023/53/schedule/1/made #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you ever lost a bank or a savings account? My Lost Account is a free service to help you trace your lost accounts and savings… https://www.mylostaccount.org.uk/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MAJOR OF LONDON CALLS FOR ALL PUBLIC BODIES TO BE MADE WOMEN FRIENDLY WORKPLACES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you hear about this? https://www.london.gov.uk/media-centre/mayors-press-release/Mayor-calls-for-all-public-bodies-to-be-made-women-friendly-workplaces-as-he-sets-out-ground-breaking-polices-on-domestic-abuse-acute-period-pain-and-menopause #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EU, UK AGREE TO BREXIT TERMS ON FUTURE OF NORTHERN IRELAND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Just in case you haven’t had the chance to find out what the new deal of EU & UK on the future of Northern Ireland… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/windsor-framework-unveiled-to-fix-problems-of-the-northern-ireland-protocol #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SPRING BUDGET 2023

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Just in case you are not sick to hear all about the Spring Budget 2023… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/spring-budget-2023 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LANDLORD REPAIR COMPENSATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Tenants, you need to know this… https://www.thesun.co.uk/money/21541261/full-list-items-landlord-repair-compensation/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOMES UNFIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords, YOU need to read this… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/homeandproperty/landlord-to-pay-95-of-rent-back-after-court-rules-home-was-unfit-for-human-habitation/ar-AA18gXMS?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=a73576df1d9d4d79a7ae264f9a2aeb25&ei=16 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOUSEHOLD SUPPORT FUND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this… https://www.thesun.co.uk/money/21635310/thousands-households-free-cash-bank-accounts/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TENANT HANDED £1,800 AFTER BEING EVICTED

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords and Tenants, this interesting article is for you… https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/tenant-handed-1800-after-being-26412700?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MARRIAGE AND CIVIL PARTNERSHIP (MINIMUM AGE) ACT 2022

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022 came into force on 27th February 2023? https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2022/28/enacted #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RESEARCH BRIEFINGS FROM THE HOUSE OF COMMONS LIBRARY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The House of Commons Library has published an interesting briefing paper explaining when polygamous marriages might be legally recognised in England and Wales; the relevant immigration issues; social security benefits; and pension entitlement… https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/sn05051/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

REFUGE PUBLISHES DATA SHOWING CHARGING RATES REMAIN WOEFULLY LOW ON INTIMATE IMAGE ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you ever considered when your partner asks you to create an intimate image is it really going to be private? https://refuge.org.uk/news/refuge-publishes-data-showing-charging-rates-remain-woefully-low-on-intimate-image-abuse/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BENTON'S WORKERS (PREDICTABLE TERMS AND CONDITIONS) BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has announced that the government is backing Blackpool South MP Scott Benton’s Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Bill? The Bill seeks to ensure that all employees, even agency workers, receive more predictable working patterns… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-law-gives-tens-of-millions-more-say-over-their-working-hours #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GENDER NEUTRAL TOILETS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-leicestershire-64559184 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHIEF CORONER'S GUIDANCE ON STILLBIRTH AND LIVE BIRTH FOLLOWING TERMINATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that a new guidance on stillbirth and live birth following termination of pregnancy has been published? https://www.judiciary.uk/guidance-and-resources/chief-coroners-guidance-no-45-stillbirth-and-live-birth-following-termination-of-pregnancy/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LITIGANT IN PERSON SENDING LAST MINUTE EMAIL HAD GOOD REASON FOR MISSING DEADLINE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The court rarely gives leverage to Litigants in Person who miss deadlines but if you have good reasons they may help you.. https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/lip-sending-last-minute-email-had-good-reason-for-missing-deadline/5114996.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NINE "ILLEGAL" PLANTS WHICH COULD BE IN YOUR GARDEN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi To all gardeners out there! You could be fined thousands of pounds if they have common "criminal" plants growing in their gardens… https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/garden/1735489/illegal-plants-japanese-knotweed-garden #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ATENDANCE ALLOWANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of “Attendance Allowance”? https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/money/claim-attendance-allowance-for-angina-29263346?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DVLA ISSUES £1,000 WARNING TO DRIVERS WHO PASSED TEST BEFORE 2014

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, please check your licences! DVLA has warned drivers who have had a photocard licence for 10 years must renew it in time or face harsh penalties… https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/dvla-issues-1000-warning-drivers-26255947 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LANDLORDS ARE SELLING UP

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords, what do you think of this? https://www.property118.com/my-deposits-ruling-no-wonder-landlords-are-selling-up/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WIDOW WHOSE HUSBAND OF 66 YEARS LEFT HER OUT OF WILL WINS COURT FIGHT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/widow-whose-husband-of-66-years-left-her-out-of-will-wins-court-fight-for-share-of-estate/ar-AA17wzh3?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=2f39ae07bd8f46eeaf75da285f720413 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DVSA MAKES BIG CHANGE TO MOT REQUIREMENTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that from April 1, 2023, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed they are making big changes to MOT the requirements? Find out how much it will cost you... https://www.msn.com/en-gb/cars/news/dvsa-makes-big-change-to-mot-requirements-here-s-how-much-it-ll-cost-you/ar-AA17vShe?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=2f39ae07bd8f46eeaf75da285f720413 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice