CICA NEW COMPENSATION APPLICATION SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you have been a victim of a criminal act which resulted in physical injuries to your person, please read this… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cica-application-service-changes--2 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CLADDING SAFETY SCHEME

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi At last… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/cladding-safety-scheme-opening #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MONEY MIDLIFE MOT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you know what Money Midlife MOT is? Check this out… https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/everyday-money/midlife-mot #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE RENTERS (REFORM) BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Renters (Reform) Bil explained… https://www.bigissue.com/news/housing/what-is-the-renters-reform-bill-and-how-will-it-change-things-for-renters/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ONLINE SAFETY BILL BOLSTERED TO BETTER PROTECT CHILDREN AND EMPOWER ADULTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out the latest Government amendments to the Online Safety Bill which will bolster protections for children, empower adults and make it easier to put online abusers behind bars… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/online-safety-bill-bolstered-to-better-protect-children-and-empower-adults #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW JUSTICE REFORM TO FREE UP VITAL COURT CAPACITY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has announced a new justice reform enabling people to access free mediation to resolve disputes, to increase court capacity and reduce wait times for complex cases, reducing court costS. This means, unless you are a victim of domestic abuse, mediation is compulsory in an attempt to resolve legal matters. For further information go to... https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-justice-reforms-to-free-up-vital-court-capacity?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=df5f650d-ae3d-44b7-993d-d356b936f114&utm_content=immediately #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEASEHOLDER AND RESIDENT INFORMATION ON THE CLADDING SAFETY SCHEME (CSS)

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi To all of those who have problems with cladding… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/leaseholder-and-resident-information-on-the-cladding-safety-scheme-css #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ONLINE MIDLIFE MOT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that a new online Midlife MOT has been launched to help older workers with financial planning, health guidance, and to assess what their skills mean for their careers and futures? For further information go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dwp-launches-new-midlife-mot-website?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cf53fa6e-39f2-4a01-97ce-24ec0f651395&utm_content=immediately #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

100 CHILDREN REPORT: FOLLOW UP ENGAGEMENT WITH ADVERTISERS AGENCIES AND PLATFORMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has published a report on limiting children’s exposure to age-restricted ads and gambling… https://www.asa.org.uk/news/100-children-report-follow-up-engagement-with-advertisers-agencies-and-platforms.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES INCREASES TO IMMIGRATION FEES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://righttoremain.org.uk/huge-increases-to-immigration-fees/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DEFINING ETHICAL VEGANISM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you a vegan? This is a very interesting article which raises questions around the threshold for legal protection after a vegan whose employment contract was terminated following the refusal of a Covid vaccine on the grounds of vegan beliefs… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/practice-points/defining-ethical-veganism/5116582.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VICTIMS' PAYMENT REGULATIONS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of the Victims’ Payment Regulations? The Victims' Payment Regulations 2020 provide for a scheme that acknowledges the harm caused to the small number of people who, through no fault of their own, are living with a permanent disability caused by serious injury in troubles-related incidents. For further information on the latest amendments to these regulations go to: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2023/742/made #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INFLATION TO BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT IN ASSESSING DAMAGES USING THE JUDICIAL COLLEGE GUIDELINES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Civil Litigation Brief has published an article considering whether the court should take into account inflation when looking at the Judicial College Guidelines… https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2023/06/19/inflation-to-be-taken-into-account-in-assessing-damages-using-the-judicial-college-guidelines/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CONSULTATION ON THE IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS FOR APPLYING FOR CLAIMS ON THE UNCLAIMED BALANCE FUND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have your say: the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has published a consultation on proposed changes to the Court Funds Rules 2011 to allow the introduction of a 30-year time limit to unclaimed balances remaining with the Court Funds Office (CFO). The Consultation closes on 31st of August. For further information on how to take part in this consultation go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/a-consultation-on-the-implementation-process-for-applying-a-30-year-time-limit-for-claims-on-the-unclaimed-balances-fund #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH AT WORK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Helpful information from ACAS about mental health awareness in the workplace… https://www.acas.org.uk/supporting-mental-health-workplace/supporting-your-employees-mental-health-at-work #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PARLIAMENT INTRODUCES BILL TO DEFINE BULLYING AT WORK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We thought this had already been done, but apparently not… https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2023-07-11/debates/7435C28E-7F68-4747-BD9C-EDCA0824B2AD/BullyingAndRespectAtWork #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CATS AND THE LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Cat owners, learn about the ways you are obliged to care for your cat, especially in hot weather conditions… https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/getting-a-cat/cats-and-the-law #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RENTERS REFORM BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the UK Government’s Impact Assessment of the Renters (Reform) Bill, published recently, has revealed that the expected annual cost of the proposed reforms to landlords will be only £10, a mere 0.1% of average annual rents? The report compares this figure with the median wealth of buy-to-let landlords which stands at £942,000, far exceeding the £286,600 average wealth of all households, and £33,100 for renters. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/renters-reform-bill-impact-assessment-statement-from-the-rpc #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHECK YOUR PASSPORTS BEFORE GOING ON YOUR SUMMER HOLIDAY ABROAD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Going on holiday abroad? Please, please, check your passports! https://www.msn.com/en-gb/travel/news/over-250-000-brits-with-valid-passports-risk-being-turned-away-at-airports-this-summer/ar-AA1eab2r?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=4430038a3aa641ec87ff8819b3150937&ei=11 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LEAVING PETS IN CARS DURING HOT WEATHER

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Dog owners, did you know that leaving your dog in a hot car is illegal? Here are the possible punishments… https://inews.co.uk/news/uk/dog-owners-warned-of-penalties-over-leaving-pets-in-cars-during-hot-weather-and-what-to-do-if-you-spot-it-169947 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VENTILATION IN THE WORKPLACE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, did you know that in extreme weather conditions you must check the ventilation at your workplace? https://www.hse.gov.uk/ventilation/overview.htm #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FAMILY LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Though this is an Australian case, what do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/feb/15/judge-erroneously-found-mother-committed-family-violence-by-denying-son-access-to-violent-father-court-finds #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE WELFARE OF DOGS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Taking your dog on holiday with you? Check out the government’s advice on owning a dog… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/code-of-practice-for-the-welfare-of-dogs #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VICTIM OF CRIME ABROAD GUIDANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Be prepared for any eventuality when on holiday abroad! Find out how the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) can help if you’re a victim of crime abroad… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/victim-of-crime-abroad #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOW TO USE ONLINE DIVORCE SERVICES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) has released updated guidance for legal representatives using the online divorce and dissolution portal on changing the methods of service… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/myhmcts-how-to-use-online-divorce-services #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORKING IN A HEATWAVE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Just in case the heatwave comes our way… https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/jul/17/working-in-a-heatwave-your-rights-in-the-uk-and-how-to-prepare #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP PAYMENTS TO SUPPORT PARENTS WITH FIRST MONTH OF CHILDCARE COST

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the Government is set to support eligible parents with their first month of childcare costs when they either enter work or increase their hours, by providing childcare funding upfront? Those parents will receive up to 85% of their childcare costs back before their next month’s bills are due… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/dwp-payments-to-support-parents-with-first-month-of-childcare-costs-when-they-enter-work/ar-AA1c68no?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds&cvid=7811f4342fc743a7e5c73e5bea94f0f4&ei=10 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOOD WORK PLAN PROPOSALS TO SUPPORT CHILDREN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Department for Business and Trade has published the Government Response to the parental leave and pay aspect of the July 2019 consultation 'Good Work Plan: Proposals to Support Families' in which it states that it will introduce legislation to make it easier to take paternity leave… https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/good-work-plan-proposals-to-support-families #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TAKING YOUR PET ON HOLIDAY GUIDANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Taking your pet on holiday with you? Find out the rules… https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/general/holiday #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MARRIAGE ABROAD GUIDANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Planning to get married abroad this Summer? If you’re a British national getting a marriage or civil partnership abroad, you might need certain documents from the UK government, for example a certificate of no impediment (CNI). Find out more information about it… https://www.gov.uk/marriage-abroad #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HEALTHCARE ABROAD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi When going abroad, be prepared for any eventuality! Find out what to do if you need healthcare assistance when visiting another country… https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ILLEGAL MIGRATION BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard about the ‘Illegal Migration Bill’? Find out what it means for refugees and asylum seekers coming to the UK… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/illegal-migration-bill-factsheets/illegal-migration-bill-overarching-factsheet #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BEREAVEMENT WHILE ON HOLIDAY ABROAD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The last thing you wish to see is someone dying while on a holiday abroad! However, it is very helpful to know what to do in this terrible situation. Find out about local legal procedures, burials and cremations, and about returning the body to the UK… https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/death-abroad-bereavement-packs #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice