NSPCC IN NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH COMMON SENSE MEDIA TO HELP KEEP CHILDREN SAFE ONLINE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Good news: the NSPCC have announced a new partnership with Common Sense Media, ‘to help keep children safe online and understand the impact of generative AI on children’... https://www.nspcc.org.uk/about-us/news-opinion/2024/2024-01-25-new-partnership-as-young-people-contact-childline-about-ai-related-sexual-abuse-bullying-and-misinformation/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SEXUAL ASSAULTS ON CHILDREN BY OTHER CHILDREN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Parents, this information is for you. Please do try to keep an eye on your children’s online content… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/feb/17/sexual-assaults-on-children-by-other-children-england-and-wales-rise-toxic-online-culture #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RESEARCH BRIEFING ON CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S MENTAL HEALTH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the House of Commons Library has issued a new Research Briefing on Children and Young People’s Mental Health. This briefing looks at how children and young people's mental health services in England work and sets out relevant Government policy and statistics… https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-7196/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES NEW DISABILITY ACTION PLAN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the government has launched its new 32-step Disability Action Plan, in an effort to make the UK the most accessible place in the world for disabled people to live, work and thrive? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-disability-action-plan-to-make-uk-most-accessible-place-in-the-world #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

APPLYING FOR HELP WITH COURT AND TRIBUNAL FEES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you need help with court and tribunal fees? There is a new help with fees scheme for applications made or fees paid on or after 27 November 2023. If you submitted your application or paid your court or tribunal fee on or after this date, you must use the new form and guidance. For more information on who can get help with fees and how to apply for it, go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apply-for-help-with-court-and-tribunal-fees/how-to-apply-for-help-with-fees-ex160a #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CRIME VICTIMS DIE WAITING JUSTICE BACKLOGS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What are your thoughts on this? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/feb/03/victims-crime-die-waiting-justice-backlogs-mental-health-commissioner-england-wales #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GOVERNMENT BACKS SMALL & MEDIUM SIZED ENTERPRISES (SMES) WITH NEW HELP TO GROW CAMPAIGN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you have a small or medium sized business? You will be happy to know that the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has announced the creation of a new Small Business Council to provide a bespoke platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to have their voices represented within the government… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-backs-smes-with-new-help-to-grow-campaign-and-small-business-council #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

UK PROFESSOR SUFFERED DISCRIMINATION DUE TO ANTI ZIONIST BELIEFS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/education/2024/feb/05/uk-professor-suffered-discrimination-due-to-anti-zionist-beliefs-tribunal-rules #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FEES IN THE CIVIL AND FAMILY COURTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you got a court proceeding coming up? HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) has updated the full list of fee orders relating to civil and family proceedings… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fees-in-the-civil-and-family-courts-full-list-ex50a #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Landlords, it is your responsibility to conduct a proper 'right to rent' check of the prospective tenants. As a part of this check, you need to do the following: Obtain original documents, including passports, citizenship, and immigration status documents from the prospective tenants. Verify the authenticity of the documents, confirming the identity consistency and that the documents have not been tampered with. You can conduct this process in person or via video call with prospective tenants. Make a clear, unalterable copy of each document, capturing relevant details such as expiry date, nationality, date of birth, signature, biometric details, and immigration permission information. For further information on how to conduct a right to rent check when letting privately rented accommodation go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/landlords-guide-to-right-to-rent-checks #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYERS GUIDE TO RIGHT TO WORK CHECKS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers: don’t miss this guidance on how to conduct a right to work check and set out the specific actions you can take to prevent liability for a civil penalty… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/right-to-work-checks-employers-guide/employers-guide-to-right-to-work-checks-8-february-2024-accessible #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOLIDAY ENTITLEMENT & HOLIDA PAY CALCULATIONS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out the government's latest guidance setting out how holiday pay should be calculated for part-year and irregular hours workers as well as other 2024 holiday pay changes… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/simplifying-holiday-entitlement-and-holiday-pay-calculations/holiday-pay-and-entitlement-reforms-from-1-january-2024?mc_cid=c00bbd4c00&mc_eid=c029591e05 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CARERS' ALLOWANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Everything you wanted to know about Carers' Allowance… https://www.mobiliseonline.co.uk/carers-allowance #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

JENNIFER CRUMBLEY'S COURT CASE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Very interesting case in the USA: prosecutors made history charging Jennifer Crumbley for her son's mass shooting at Oxford High School… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68223118 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RAISING UK STATE PENSION AGE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree with this? https://www.theguardian.com/money/2024/feb/09/raising-uk-state-pension-age #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

OVERSEAS DIVORCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi In a recent divorce case the Supreme Court sent a ‘warning shot’ to overseas divorcees looking to take advantage of English courts… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/supreme-court-judgment-sends-warning-shot-to-divorce-tourists/5118608.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP COULD STOP PIP BENEFIT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This could have a serious impact on people's lives, don't risk it! https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/dwp-could-stop-pip-benefit-31937593 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GUIDANCE EXPECTED TO ALLOW TRANSGENDER CHILDREN TO SOCIALLY TRANSITION IN ENGLISH SCHOOLS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/nov/22/guidance-expected-to-allow-transgender-children-to-socially-transition-in-english-schools #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BRITISH ARMY CONSCRIPTION NIGHTIME

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Keep Calm and read this… https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12996951/british-army-conscription-nightmare-warning-general-russia-nato.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GERMANY EASES DUAL CITIZENSHIP

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Anyone seeking German citizenship? https://www.tbsnews.net/world/germany-eases-dual-citizenship-778134 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE UK ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONS DROPPED SINCE BREXIT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are concerned about the environment, then we think you will be interested in this article… https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/jan/19/the-uk-environmental-protections-dropped-since-brexit #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE A VICTIM OF ROMANCE FRAUD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out what to do if you are a victim of Romance Fraud… https://crimestoppers-uk.org/keeping-safe/fraud/romance-fraud #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LITIGANT IN PERSON HIT WITH £10,000 COSTS OVER DISTURBING EMAILS TO TRAINEE SOLICITOR

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Litigants in Person, BE VERY CAREFUL with your verbal and written language when dealing with your ex spouse's legal team, because it can cost you dearly… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/lip-hit-with-10000-costs-over-disturbing-emails-to-trainee-solicitor/5118424.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FOUR IN TEN LEGAL AID PROVIDERS INTEND TO QUIT FRAGILE SECTOR IN THE NEXT FIVE YEARS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is disastrous… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/four-in-10-civil-legal-aid-providers-intend-to-quit-fragile-sector-in-next-five-years/5118487.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROMANCE FRAUD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out more about Romance Fraud… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67779466 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TESCO DRIVER PAID TO STAGE CRASHES ORDERED TO PAY £18,000

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We cannot think what induced this driver to do this… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/tesco-driver-paid-to-stage-crashes-ordered-to-pay-18000/5118491.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NO LOVE ROMANCE FOR SCAMMERS THIS YEAR

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Here are some things to watch for this Valentine… https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/01/no-love-romance-scammers-2024 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HEFTY FINE FOR LAW FIRM WHO DIDN'T UPDATE ITS AML

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you need to update your AML - Anti Money Laundering manual? Because if you don’t, you can be fined as this lawyer found out… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/hefty-fine-for-law-firm-owner-who-relied-on-2003-aml-manual/5118461.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROMANCE FRAUD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t be fooled this Valentine… https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/jan/09/romance-fraud-scam-common-perfect-victim-money #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOCTORS NOT LIABLE FOR DISTRESS TO PATIENTS' FAMILIES, SUPREME COURT RULED

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi In a very interesting case the Supreme Court ruled that doctors do not owe a duty of care to their patients’ families to protect them against psychiatric illness that might be caused from witnessing the death of loved ones… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmmddvjm9lgo #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

10 RED FLAGS TO HELP YOU IDENTIFY ROMANCE SCAMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Look out for romance scams this Valentine… https://www.irishnews.com/life/10-red-flags-that-your-online-date-could-actually-be-a-romance-scammer-ANWYRUOJYFIRDACYLQNYPYXTEY/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VALENTINE'S DAY HYSTORY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out all about the history of Valentine’s Day… https://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentines-day-2 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROMANCE FRAUD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out how to stop romance frauds… https://www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/general-advice/romance-scam/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CLAMPDOWN ON CHILD ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Proposed law change will better protect children from sexual abuse… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/clampdown-on-child-abuse-as-a-gap-in-the-law-closed #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NATIONWIDE ROLLS OUT OVER 400 SAFE SPACES FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that Nationwide will offer safe spaces to people experiencing domestic abuse across more than 400 branches across the UK? https://www.nationwidemediacentre.co.uk/news/nationwide-uks-biggest-branch-network-rolls-out-over-400-safe-spaces-for-domestic-abuse-victims#:~:text=Nationwide%20%E2%80%93%20the%20largest%20branch%20network,400%20branches%20across%20the%20UK. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WELSH GOVERNMENT UPDATES ITS CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S PLAN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is for our Welsh friends… https://www.gov.wales/update-children-and-young-peoples-plan-january-2024-html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WOMEN'S AID WELCOMES £2 MILLION FUND TO ELP SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is such good news! https://www.womensaid.org.uk/womens-aid-welcomes-2-million-fund-to-help-survivors-of-domestic-abuse/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PREGANANT WOMAN JAIL SENTENCE QUASHED IN LANDMARK UK RULING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you think this is fair? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/jan/19/pregnant-woman-jail-sentence-quashed-in-landmark-uk-ruling #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COHABITATION: YOUR RIGHTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out your financial rights when living together without being married or being in a civil partnership… https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/public/for-public-visitors/common-legal-issues/cohabitation-your-rights #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice