BE CAREFUL HOW YOU TREAT COURT OFFICIALS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting! A landmark ruling. We need to be careful how we behave towards court officials… https://www.theguardian.com/law/2023/jun/08/man-who-bombarded-officials-with-abuse-barred-from-applying-for-child-contact #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE SECRET LIFE OF A MET DECTECTIVE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/jun/07/the-secret-life-of-a-met-detective-why-jess-mcdonald-quit-her-job-and-decided-to-tell-all #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHRIS PACKHAM WINS LIBEL AGAINST WEBSITE THAT ACCUSED HIM OF LYING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting… https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/may/25/chris-packham-wins-libel-claim-against-website-that-accused-him-of-lying #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GET HELP TO PAY YOUR WATER BILLS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out if you are eligible to get help paying your water bills… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/thousands-of-households-will-get-help-to-pay-their-water-bills-who-is-eligible/ar-AA1cKIG5?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=69050b1933194c2ba82f7f98f09ba86d&ei=16 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOLIDAY ENTITLEMENT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Holiday season is fast approaching! Find out your holiday entitlement… https://www.gov.uk/holiday-entitlement-rights#:~:text=Most%20workers%20who%20work%20a,of%205.6%20weeks%20of%20holiday. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILDCARE CHOICES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that whether you have toddlers or teens, you could get Government help with childcare costs? https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SUPPORTING EMPLOYEES EXPERIENCING DOMESTIC ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, this is for you… https://www.cipd.org/uk/knowledge/guides/supporting-employees-experiencing-domestic-abuse/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UPDATED BURGUNDY BOOK LAUNCHED FOR SCHOOL TEACHERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are a teacher, this is for you… https://www.local.gov.uk/about/news/newly-updated-burgundy-book-launched-school-teachers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TRANGENDER LAWS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out more about the Trangender Laws… http://www.gendertrust.org.uk/transgender-laws/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CITY FIRM TO PAY CLIENT LEFT IN THE DARK ABOUT £5M COSTS BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi A client who was not informed by her solicitors that pre-trial costs had exceeded £5m has successfully sued the firm for breach of duty… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/city-firm-to-pay-client-left-in-the-dark-about-5m-costs-bill/5116040.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORKING IN HOT WEATHER

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, this is very important information for you… https://press.hse.gov.uk/2023/06/08/working-in-hot-weather-employers-asked-to-help-workers/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ADVISORY FUEL RATES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you drive a company car? Check out the HMRC new revised advisory fuel rates for company cars… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/advisory-fuel-rates #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GARDENING JOBS COULD GET YOU IN TROUBLE WITH THE LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi With the warm weather here to stay, legal experts have shared which gardening jobs could get you in trouble with the law, including fruit theft and trimming branches… https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/garden/1780878/garden-laws-fruit-theft-flowers-plants #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UNDERSTANDING MENOPAUSE AND MENSTRUAL HEALTH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting: the British Standards Institution (BSI) has published guidance to help organisations support employees going through menopause or menstruation and to enable them to retain experienced and talented people of all ages… https://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/standards/understanding-menopause-and-menstrual-health/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ALL JULY 2023 DWP COST OF LIVING PAYMENTS, BENEFITS AND CHANGES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Get your financial arrangements ready… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/all-july-2023-dwp-cost-of-living-payments-benefits-and-changes/ar-AA1cxBQM #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COMPULSORY MEDIATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What will be the impact of compulsory mediation? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/plans-to-protect-children-under-new-mediation-reforms #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GENDER RECOGNITION ACT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you know the purpose of the Gender Recognition Act? https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2004/7/notes/division/2#:~:text=The%20purpose%20of%20the%20Gender,by%20a%20Gender%20Recognition%20Panel. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MENTAL CAPACITY ACT - TOOLKIT FOR PARENTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is excellent… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/mental-capacity-act-toolkit-for-parents/5116276.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HELP WITH CHILDCARE COSTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out how much you could get towards childcare costs… https://www.gov.uk/childcare-calculator #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TRANSGENDER AND THE LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi It’s always good to remind ourselves of facts… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-53154286 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP CONFIRMS JUNE PAYMENT DATES FOR £150 COST OF LIVING CASH AND BENEFITS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that millions on disabilities are set to receive their cost of living payment from today, 20th June? https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/dwp-confirms-june-payment-dates-for-150-cost-of-living-cash-and-benefits/ar-AA1c8EWU?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=8be61621d94b4c59b459329b4f339248&ei=11 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ASSESSING WITNESS CREDIBILITY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is a very interesting article from the Civil Litigation Brief… https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2022/04/04/assessing-witness-credibility-credibility-is-not-necessarily-the-same-thing-as-honesty/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BRITAIN BEHAVING BADLY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This made us smile… https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2023/jun/03/the-judge-went-absolutely-berserk-my-life-as-a-barrister-in-badly-behaved-britain #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (REGULATION AND WORKERS' RIGHTS) BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of the Artificial Intelligence (Regulation and Workers’ Rights) Bill? It is a Bill to regulate the use of artificial intelligence technologies in the workplace; to make provision about workers' and trade union rights in relation to the use of artificial intelligence technologies; and for connected purposes… https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001mh3k/ten-minute-rule-bill-regulation-of-artificial-intelligence #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEARLY 70% OF RAPE VICTIMS DROP OUT OF INVESTIGATIONS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/may/30/nearly-70-of-victims-drop-out-of-investigations-in-england-and-wales #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIRST NATIONAL THREAT ASSESSMENT OF VIOLENCE GAINT WOMEN AND GIRLS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC) has issued the First National Threat Assessment of Violence Against Women and Girls… https://news.npcc.police.uk/releases/first-national-threat-assessment-of-violence-against-women-and-girls-crimes-issued-to-police-chiefs #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOME AFFAIRS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/may/25/braverman-bill-could-lead-to-3000-asylum-seekers-being-deported-a-month #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

STALKERS AND DOMESTIC ABUSERS TO BE TARGETED AS MILLIONS INVESTED IN NEW INTERVENTION PROJECTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Home Office has announced that up to £39 million is to be invested to target stalkers and domestic abusers as funding is allocated to 50 projects across England and Wales to be rolled out over the next 2 years… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/stalkers-and-domestic-abusers-to-be-targeted-as-millions-invested-in-new-intervention-projects #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UK STUDENTS SEEK COMPENSATION FOR COVID AFFECTED TUITION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is interesting… https://www.theguardian.com/education/2023/may/24/uk-students-seek-compensation-for-covid-affected-tuition #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FORCED MARRIAGE RESOURCE PACK IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE (BSL)

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very interesting news: forced marriage resource pack in British Sign Language (BSL)... https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/forced-marriage-resource-pack-bsl-resources #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INDEFINITE JAIL TERMS ARE STATE SANCTIONED CRUELTY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/may/22/indefinite-jail-terms-are-state-sanctioned-cruelty #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DEFINITION OF "SEX" IN THE EQUALITY ACT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Would you like to know what is the definition of 'sex' in the Equality Act? Read this… https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/en/our-work/news/statement-following-recent-commentary-our-advice-regarding-definition-sex-equality-act #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

30 HOURS FREE CHILDCARE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out how you can apply for 30 hours free childcare… https://www.gov.uk/apply-30-hours-free-childcare #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HUMANIST MARRIAGES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you know what a ‘humanist marriage’ is? A humanist wedding is a non-religious ceremony that is deeply personal and conducted by a humanist celebrant. The House of Commons Library has published a briefing considering the current status of humanist marriage ceremonies and Law Commission’s proposals for reforming the law relating to how and where marriages can take place in England and Wales… https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/sn05864/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN RESIDENTIAL SETTINGS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel has published a national safeguarding practice review into safeguarding children with disabilities and complex needs in residential settings… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/safeguarding-children-with-disabilities-in-residential-settings #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW CHANGES TO SCOPE OF FAMILY LEGAL AID

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is very important news… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/civil-news-changes-to-scope-of-family-legal-aid #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SAFEGUARDING PROCESSES IN CHILD CONTACT CENTRES IN ENGLAND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Ministry of Justice has published a report summarising the findings of research into safeguarding processes in Child Contact Centres in England… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/research-into-safeguarding-processes-in-child-contact-centres-in-england #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOME OFFICE RESPONDS TO INQUIRY INTO CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Home Office has announced its response to inquiry into child sexual abuse… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/response-to-the-final-report-of-the-independent-inquiry-into-child-sexual-abuse #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORKERS' RIGHTS WIN FOR PARENTS AND CARERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that parents and carers are set to be given new protections at work, covering leave entitlement and redundancy rules? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/workers-rights-wins-for-parents-and-carers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TAX-FREE CHILDCARE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that you can get up to £500 every 3 months (up to £2,000 a year) for each of your children to help with the costs of childcare? This goes up to £1,000 every 3 months if a child is disabled (up to £4,000 a year). Find out how you can apply for Tax-Free Childcare… https://www.gov.uk/tax-free-childcare #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CORONERS STATISTICS 2022

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Ministry of Justice has published its annual dat for 2022 on deaths reported to coroners… https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/coroners-statistics-2022/coroners-statistics-2022-england-and-wales #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES BREXIT CHANGES TO EMPLOYMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Government announces Brexit changes to employment law… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/smarter-regulation-to-grow-the-economy/smarter-regulation-to-grow-the-economy#reforming-regulations-to-reduce-burdens #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

A FIRST LOOK AT THE GAMBLING ACT REVIEW WHITE PAPER

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are a gambler or if you know someone who gambles, read this article,,, https://hsfnotes.com/tmt/2023/04/27/a-first-look-at-the-gambling-act-review-white-paper/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LANDMARK CONCUSION GUIDANCE FOR GRASSROOTS SPORTS PUBLISHED

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi For those who are involved with contact sports, this is a vital reading for you… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/landmark-concussion-guidance-for-grassroots-sport-published #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURT FINDS EXAGERATION OF INJURY WAS DISHONESTY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11943385/Dishonest-ex-British-Army-soldier-exaggerated-trench-foot-injury-High-Court-judge-rules.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EDUCATING INFLUENCERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi To all the influencers out there… https://www.asa.org.uk/news/asa-partners-with-fca-and-sharon-gaffka-to-educate-influencers-around-finfluencing.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice