KING CHARLES III CORONATION WEEKEND - CHECK YOUR TRAVEL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi King Charles III Coronation weekend - check before you travel by train… https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/coronation/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KING CHARLES III CORONATION - THE BIG LUNCH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This year you can be part of history and join millions across the UK, and further afield, with a Coronation Big Lunch on 6-8 May, or join the fun in June and plan your Big Lunch as part of the Month of Community… https://www.edenprojectcommunities.com/the-big-lunch #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KING CHARLES III CORONATION - STREET PARTIES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Thinking of having a street party at the Coronation weekend? Street parties are simple to organise. This guidance sets out what you need to think about and busts some myths about what’s needed… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/your-guide-to-organising-a-street-party/your-guide-to-organising-a-street-party #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KING CHARLES III CORONATION WEEKEND - TRAVEL ADVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi King Charles III Coronation weekend - find out the travel advice… https://tfl.gov.uk/status-updates/major-works-and-events/coronation #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KING CHARLES III CORONOTATION PLANS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi King Charles III Coronation weekend - find out all that is going to happen… https://www.royal.uk/coronation-weekend-plans-announced #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KING CHARLES III CORONATION - STREET PARTIES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi King Charles III coronation is at hand! You still have time to organise a street party! Find out ideas and rules to enjoy every minute of it… https://www.housebeautiful.com/uk/lifestyle/a42565392/street-party-ideas/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT BANS UNREGULATED ACCOMODATION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN CARE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that children in or leaving care aged 16 and 17 will be better protected through new regulations that ban unregulated accommodation? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-bans-unregulated-accommodation-for-young-people-in-care #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CONSULTATION: SUPPORTING EARLIER RESOLUTION OF PRIVATE FAMILY LAW ARRANGEMENTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have your say: the Ministry of Justice has launched a consultation and would be particularly interested to hear from organisations representing separating families, family justice professionals, mediation service providers, other dispute resolution service providers and individuals who have lived experience of the family courts or mediation. This consultation closes on 15th June 2023. For further information on how to take part in this consultation go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/supporting-earlier-resolution-of-private-family-law-arrangements #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SURROGACY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is for all those who wish to have a child through surrogacy… https://www.lawcom.gov.uk/project/surrogacy/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CAFCASS LAUNCHES 'PLANNING TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN' ON BEHALF OF THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Cafcass has launched on behalf of the Ministry of Justice, a new course and set of resources for parents to help them think about how to prioritise their children’s needs while they are separating… https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/2023/04/03/cafcass-launches-planning-together-for-children-on-behalf-of-the-ministry-of-justice-to-help-parents-to-prioritise-their-childrens-needs-during-separation/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT PLANS TO PROTECT CHILDREN UNDER NEW MEDIATION REFORMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the government is to fund mandatory mediation for separating couples? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/plans-to-protect-children-under-new-mediation-reforms #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LITIGANT IN PERSON

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/law/you-should-have-read-the-cpr-judge-tells-litigant-in-person-/5115623.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SURROGACY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/legal-updates/surrogacy-no-consent-no-parental-order/5115611.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

REPORTING SUSPECTED SEXUAL ABUSE TO BE MANDATORY FOR THOSE WORKING WITH CHILDREN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/apr/02/reporting-suspected-sexual-abuse-to-be-mandatory-for-those-working-with-children #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

AURIOL GREY CASE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree with Auriol Grey going to prison? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/mar/30/the-auriol-grey-case-exposes-britains-obsession-with-prison #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The House of Commons Library has issued Research Briefings on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan and the Specialist Children’s Workforce… https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-9760/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE PROTECTION FROM SEX-BASED HARASSMENT BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of ‘the Protection from Sex-Based Harassment Bill’? It is a private Member Bill introduced by Greg Clark MP on 15 June 2022, but which has Government support, completed its third reading in the House of Commons and will now move to the Lords.The legislation will introduce harsher sentences if someone who deliberately harasses, alarms, or distresses someone in a public place does so because of the victim’s sex, with the maximum sentence increasing from six months to two years… https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-9691/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SURROGACY REVIEW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2023/mar/29/intended-parents-legal-status-birth-british-surrogacy-review #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MPS CALL FOR INQUIRY INTO USE OF ALIENATION CLAIMS IN PARENTAL DISPUTES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is so important… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/mar/23/uk-mps-call-for-inquiry-into-use-of-alienation-claims-in-parental-disputes #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CIVIL LITIGATION BRIEF - VULNERABLE WITNESS AT TRIAL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is a very useful article from Civil Litigation Brief which provides clarification on how a vulnerable witness should be treated at trial… https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2022/01/11/an-example-of-a-trial-with-vulnerable-witnesses-each-witness-given-a-clear-allocated-time-to-give-their-evidence/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SPITTING IN THE STREET FINE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We have just been asked to help someone defend the crime of spitting in the street. We have had to inform them that unfortunately, based on the evidence they provided, there is no defence and they should pay the fine. So, just in case you weren't aware we thought you might be interested in this… https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2430724/Fined-160-spitting-street-First-prosecutions-councils-tough-littering-laws.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NURSE LEFT HOMELESS WINS LANDMARK CASE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/nurse-left-homeless-wins-landmark-29511296 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CLAIM ENERGY VOUCHERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this… https://www.thesun.co.uk/money/21770310/claim-energy-vouchers-bill-help-scheme-set-to-end/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THOUSANDS CAN APPLY FOR £500 FREE SUPERMARKET VOUCHERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this… https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/23406297.thousands-can-apply-500-free-supermarket-vouchers/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MORRISONS FINED AFTER DEATH OF EMPLOYEE WITH EPILEPSY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Sad news… https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/mar/17/morrisons-fined-after-death-of-matthew-gunn-employee-with-epilepsy #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP OFFERS £4,000 FUNDING IN NEW SUPPORT PACKAGE FOR DISABLED PEOPLE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you know anyone who could benefit from this information? https://www.lancs.live/news/cost-of-living/dwp-offers-4000-funding-new-26501544 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP ISSUE EXTRA CASH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this… https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-issue-extra-cash-up-26507096 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TRACING LOST BANK ACCOUNTS, SAVINGS OR PREMIUM BONDS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Check whether you’ve got long-lost bank or building society accounts or savings... https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/everyday-money/banking/tracing-lost-bank-accounts-savings-or-premium-bonds #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PWC - WOMEN IN WORK INDEX

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi PwC has published their latest annual women in work index with their findings from 2021. The report reveals that the UK has moved down from 9th to 14th position between 2020 and 2021. This is because of the gender pay gap widening by 2.3% to 14.3% in 2021 (four times the average increase across the OECD as a whole) and the female labour force participation rate declining by a 0.4%… https://www.pwc.co.uk/services/economics/insights/women-in-work-index.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TO MICROCHIP OR NOT MICROCHIP YOUR CAT?

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi To all cat owners… https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/neutering-and-vaccinations/microchipping-your-cat #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ENERGY SUPPLIER EXTENDS FINANCIAL SUPPORT WITH EXTRA £150 PAYMENT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this… https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/energy-supplier-extends-financial-support-with-extra-150-payment/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WOMEN ARE 7 TIMES MORE LIKELY THAN MEN TO BE OUT OF WORK DUE TO CARING COMMITMENTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has published an analysis revealing that women are seven times more likely than men to be out of work as a result of caring commitments, with women in their 30s being the most affected, compared to men the same age. TUC also found that women take on most of the care for older and disabled relatives. TUC is urging ministers to act immediately to help women remain in work and to ensure they are paid fairly… https://www.tuc.org.uk/news/women-7-times-more-likely-men-be-out-work-due-caring-commitments #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP URGING PEOPLE TO CLAIM £201 A WEEK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this… https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/dwp-urging-people-claim-201-26501108 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW EMAIL ADDRESS FOR DAMAGES CLAIMS PORTAL TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi In an email to stakeholders, HM Courts and Tribunals Service has confirmed that a new email inbox is to be used for technical queries relating to the Damages Claims Portal, for example regarding issues with pending claims or call back error messages. The email is DCPtechsupport@justice.gov.uk The email previously used for such queries (damagesclaims@justice.gov.uk) is now being managed by the Court and Tribunal Service Centre in Salford Quays and will be used for general customer service enquiries, such as a claim being moved offline if it has been issued against the wrong defendant solicitor. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEIGHBOURS COULD BE FINED FOR COMMON GARDEN COMPLAINT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/neighbours-could-fined-up-5000-29471772?int_source=amp_continue_reading&int_medium=amp&int_campaign=continue_reading_button#amp-readmore-target #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR RELATED ASYLUM PROCEEDINGS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Although we don’t do Immigration Law, we found this really good… https://www.judiciary.uk/guidance-and-resources/jurisdictional-case-management-guidance-jointly-launched-by-the-senior-president-of-tribunals-and-president-of-the-family-division/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/woman-who-was-sexually-harassed-at-christmas-party-awarded-almost-19-000/ar-AA18EdYZ?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=53ec5b62098c4df4b0a3a7697a08b3fc&ei=21 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BRITISH BUSINESSES TO SAVE BILLIONS UNDER NEW UK VERSION OF GDPR

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-businesses-to-save-billions-under-new-uk-version-of-gdpr #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEASEHLD SERVICE CHARGES CLARIFIED

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are a leaseholder you need to read this… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/law/supreme-court-clarifies-law-on-leasehold-service-charges/5115071.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE 'HELP WITH FEES' CONSULTATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have your say: the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has launched a consultation on a series of reforms to the ‘Help with Fees’ remission scheme for court and tribunal fees, which aims to provide better targeted support for those on lower incomes. Please take part in this important ’open consultation’ because your say will assist thousands of vulnerable people to pay court fees. The consultation closes at 11:59 pm on 30 May 2023. For further information on how to take part in this consultation go to: https://consult.justice.gov.uk/digital-communications/revising-the-help-with-fees-remission-scheme/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/law/fraudster-convicted-decade-ago-must-pay-92500/5115468.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COMPLAINING ABOUT COURTS, JUDGES AND LEGAL PROFESSIONALS?

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting: the House of Commons Library has published guidance on how constituents can contact their MPs to complain about courts, judges and legal professionals… https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/complaining-about-courts-judges-and-legal-professionals/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice