CLIMATE CHANGE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We are anxiously waiting for the results of this… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/european-court-of-human-rights-to-rule-on-historic-climate-change-cases/5119238.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PASSPORT RULES IN THE EU COUNTRIES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you got plans to travel to an EU country? Make sure your passport is 10 years old or less… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68677938#:~:text=Disappointed%20holidaymakers%20whose%20EU%20travel,on%20to%20a%20new%20one. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DEPRIVED BACKGROUND SENTENCING GUIDELINES IN FORCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We do not do criminal law but this we agree with this… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/deprived-background-sentencing-guidelines-in-force/5119260.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEIGHBOURS DISPUTE OVER A GARDEN FENCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/26968300/dad-homeless-stripped-family-house-dispute-neighbour-garden-fence/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DIVORCE APPLICATION FEES REMAIN THE SAME

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Good news: divorce application fee will not increase… https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/implementing-increases-to-selected-court-and-tribunal-fees/outcome/consultation-response-implementing-increases-to-selected-court-and-tribunal-fees#:~:text=In%20light%20of%20the%20feedback,time%20the%20consultation%20was%20launched. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INHERITANCE TAX

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out all you need to know about Inheritance Tax… https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/inheritance-tax-how-much-can-32251228 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE FAMILY MEDIATION VOUCHER SCHEME

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are considering divorce proceedings, don’t miss this… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/thousands-of-families-spared-from-damaging-courtroom-conflict #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BLUE BADGE SCHEME

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi All you need to know about the Blue Badge scheme… https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/everyone-who-automatically-qualify-blue-32437703 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ANGIOLINI INQUIRY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you know about the Angiolini Inquiry? The Angiolini Inquiry was commissioned to uncover the circumstances and failures that led to the abduction, rape and murder of Sarah Everard by a police officer in 2021… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-accepts-all-recommendations-made-by-angiolini-inquiry #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PASSPORT RULES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68677938#:~:text=Disappointed%20holidaymakers%20whose%20EU%20travel,on%20to%20a%20new%20one. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ABORTION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/08/mps-propose-decriminalising-abortion-up-to-24-weeks-england-wales-stella-creasy #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FIRST-TIME PROPERTY BUYER

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this if you are a first-time property buyer… https://www.theguardian.com/money/2024/mar/25/first-time-buyer-schemes-property-shared-ownership-rent-to-buy-home #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

AI SCAMS: HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We could all do with a little more protection against AI scams… https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/ai-generated-voice-scams-on-the-rise-5-tips-to-protect-yourself-and-your-family #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2024/apr/06/enhanced-right-to-ask-for-flexible-working-comes-into-force #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DIRE STRAITS FOR CIVIL AND CRIMINAL LEGAL AID

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Sad news for legal aid… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/commentary-and-opinion/dire-straits-for-civil-and-criminal-legal-aid/5119174.article#:~:text=In%20criminal%20legal%20aid%2C%20we,of%20a%20lack%20of%20providers. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GENDER IDENTITY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree? https://cass.independent-review.uk/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SMALL UK BUSINESSES EMPOWERED TO TACKLE ROGUE ENERGY BROKERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/apr/04/small-uk-businesses-empowered-to-tackle-rogue-energy-brokers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVERS WARNED OF HIGHWAY CODE LOOPHOLE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Rule 243 of the Highway Code advises drivers not to stop or park "in front of an entrance to a property"... https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/drivers-warned-highway-code-loophole-31189988 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CLIMATE CHANGE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68768598 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

TALIBAN EDICT TO RESUME STONING WOMEN TO DEATH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi We truly believe we are all so lucky to live in the UK… https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2024/mar/28/taliban-edict-to-resume-stoning-women-to-death-met-with-horror #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DEADLY NITAZENES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi BEWARE!!! Please, please warn your family and friends of synthetic drugs called Nitazenes - more deadly than heroin - which have recently been linked to nearly three UK deaths a week on average… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68712372#:~:text=Nitazenes%2C%20which%20are%20illegal%20in,several%20hundred%20times%20more%20potent. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURT JAILS FIRST PERSON CONVICTED OF CYBER FLASHING IN ENGLAND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/mar/19/court-jails-first-person-convicted-of-cyber-flashing-in-england #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ASSISTED DYING LAWS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you agree with the proposed laws? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/28/assisted-dying-laws-uk-proposed-changes-scotland-bill #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SACKED COUNCIL OFFICER WHO HELPED GRENFELL SURVIVORS WINS £4.6M

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think of that? https://metro.co.uk/2024/03/17/sacked-council-officer-helped-grenfell-survivors-wins-4-6m-payout-20479475/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVERS WARNED OF COMMON MISTAKE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t make this mistake… https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/drivers-warned-common-mistake-car-30954894 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

GARDEN PLANNING RULES THAT WILL SAVE YOU A FORTUNE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that garden fences are one of the biggest causes of a row between neighbours? Because it can often be unclear who is responsible for which fence and who is allowed to make changes to it. Find out some garden planning rules that will save you a fortune… https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13236971/fence-heights-garden-planning-rules-fine-avoid.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SUMMER HOLIDAY SCAMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Watch out for Summer Holidays scams… https://www.mirror.co.uk/travel/europe/spain-warning-brits-over-common-32536304 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVERS WARNED TO EXPECT £160 FINE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that drivers can get a £160 fine if they don’t stay out of yellow box junctions? https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/drivers-warned-expect-160-fines-28824710 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DVLA WARNING TO DRIVERS WHO PASSED THEIR TEST BEFORE 2014

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Check if your Driving Licence is due to renewal this year! The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers who passed their test before 2014, stating they could be at risk of a £1,000 fine… https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/uk-news/1000-dvla-warning-drivers-who-28664979 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COST OF LIVING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the cap at which pension savings start incurring a tax charge has now been removed? https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/hmrc-announces-rule-change-coming-28927767 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP PAY £3,900 ON TAX-FREE BENEFIT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi The Department for Work and Pensions has warned "don't miss out" on a tax-free benefit worth an extra £3,900 a year… https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-pay-people-3900-dont-28817896 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEIGHBOURS COULD FACE £5K FINE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that if your neighbours are consistently making a nuisance of themselves, you can complain about them and they could be landed with a £5,000 fine if they don't cooperate? https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/neighbours-could-face-5k-fine-32370585 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

11 WEIRD LAWS YOU NEVER KNEW EXISTED

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out if you have broken one of these laws… https://www.msn.com/en-ie/news/offbeat/11-weird-laws-you-never-knew-existed-see-how-many-you-ve-broken/ss-BB1kVQ1o?ocid=backredirect2VLP #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVERS COULD RISK BEING SLAPPED WITH STAGGERING FINE BY FAILING TO FOLLOW CARAVAN DRIVING LICENCE RULES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you owe a caravan? Don’t miss this… https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/uk-news/motorists-aged-over-44-risk-28836871 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW VEHICLE TAX RATES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that new vehicle tax rates have been unveiled which will result in British drivers paying more to ensure their cars are suitable for the road? https://www.gbnews.com/lifestyle/cars/drivers-warned-car-tax-changes-petrol-diesel-ved-rates#:~:text=As%20of%20today%2C%20April%201,retail%20price%20index%20(RPI). #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

REPORTING A MEDICAL CONDITION TO DVLA

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, did you know you can be fined up to £1,000 if you fail to disclose a medical condition that affects your ability to get behind the wheel? https://www.gbnews.com/lifestyle/cars/dvla-medical-decisions-older-motorists-driving-licence-fine#:~:text=Nearly%20900%2C000%20medical%20licencing%20decisions,130%2C000%20from%202019%20to%202020. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVERS' HEALTH CONDITIONS WHICH NEED TO BE REPORTED TO DVLA

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out if you are on the list of health conditions drivers need to report to DVLA… https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/1883514/drivers-health-conditions-DVLA-fine #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW CHANGES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, 2024 is going to be an unprecedented year for changes in employment law, with the first of a series of regulations having come into force in January and more to follow. Businesses will need to revise policies and processes to ensure they remain compliant and avoid costly claims. Proactively approaching these changes by training managers and updating policies and procedures ahead of time will save time and money when looking at the bigger picture… https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1864688/2024-employment-law-changes-navigate #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WHAT TO DO WHEN SOMEONE PARKS THE CAR OUTSIDE YOUR DRIVEWAY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Things to do when someone parks the car outside your driveway… https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/motorists-can-park-outside-your-30688059 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DWP TO STOP OLD BENEFITS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you on Tax Credits, Jobseekers Allowance or Income Support? Did you know that the DWP is changing these benefits onto “Universal Credit”? https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/money/dwp-stop-benefits-440000-months-28808716 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BLUE BADGE PERMIT PARKING RESTRICTIONS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you have a Blue Badge Permit, make sure not to park in these 11 places… https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/money/blue-badge-permit-parking-restrictions-32459328 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

STATE PENSION ARREARS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out if you are one of 210,000 State Pensioners who may have been affected by shortfalls on your National Insurance record… https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/money/check-online-state-pension-arrears-32323074 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WOMAN FACING JAIL AFTER POSTING A REVIEW ABOUT A CAN TOMATO PUREE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13247875/I-thought-children-prayed-Woman-faces-years-jail-3million-lawsuit-posting-negative-review-sweet-tomato-puree-describes-horrific-flooded-prison-cell-detained-plain-clothes-police.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COUNCIL TAX BILL INCREASE ON SECOND HOME PROPERTY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Homeowners, do you have a furnished home not used as the sole or main residence? Read this… https://www.gbnews.com/money/council-tax-bill-increase-second-home-property #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PEOPLE ON THE LOWEST INCOME CAN NOW APPLY TO HAVE THEIR DEBTS WIPED OUT FOR FREE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi That’s good news… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68669762#:~:text=People%20on%20the%20lowest%20incomes,to%20energy%20bills%20and%20rent. #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOW TO CUT YOUR TV LICENCE BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this… https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/bbc-tv-licence-how-cut-32501689 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ATTENDANCE ALLOWANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Don’t miss this if you are on Attendance Allowance... https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/money/attendance-allowance-state-pension-income-32487292 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW CAR TAX BANDS ANNOUNCED

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that Electric cars are due to start paying Vehicle Excise Duty from 2025? https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/new-car-tax-bands-announced-28793329 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOLIDAY SCAMMERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Beware of holiday scammers… https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/mum-forced-cancel-family-holiday-32323350 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE DOMESTIC ABUSE PROTECTION ORDERS (COUNTY COURT: RELEVANT PROCEEDINGS) REGULATIONS 2024

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the new Statutory Instrument, SI 2024/253, “The Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (County Court: Relevant Proceedings) Regulations 2024” has been laid before Parliament to take effect today, 8th April 2024? https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2024/253/contents/made #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WHAT IS THE NEW £500 FINE LAW FOR CATS AND WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR PET OWNERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi To all cat owners… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/what-is-the-new-500-fine-law-for-cats-and-what-does-it-mean-for-pet-owners/ar-BB1jHHoH #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

'BULLYING AND ONLINE EXPERIENCES AMONG CHILDREN IN ENGLAND AND WALES' REPORT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that 19% of children experience online bullying and 19% have messaged people they don’t know? This is according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS) which has published new data and a report on “Bullying and online experiences among children in England and Wales: year ending March 2023”. Please check your children.. https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/bulletins/bullyingandonlineexperiencesamongchildreninenglandandwales/yearendingmarch2023 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

VICTIMS GIVEN GREATER ACCESS TO JUSTICE THROUGH LEGAL AID REFORM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know the government will introduce Means Test Review measures this year which will help victims of domestic abuse? Under the plans, any victim who has been forced to leave their home temporarily for their own safety will have the first £100,000 of the equity in their house disregarded from the means assessment. Backdated welfare benefits and child maintenance payments will also be subject to a disregard, meaning more vulnerable victims will qualify for legal aid… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/victims-given-greater-access-to-justice-through-legal-aid-reform #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

IT EXPERTS CALL FOR REVIEW OF "COMPUTER IS ALWAYS RIGHT"

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you an IT expert? Do you agree with this? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/law/it-experts-call-for-review-of-computer-is-always-right/5118414.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE POLICE ANTI-CORRUPTION AND ABUSE REPORTING SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you know what the Police Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service do? It gives people a way to report information about a police officer, member of police staff or volunteer who they believe are taking advantage of their role and abusing their position of power. This may be for financial or sexual motivation, or their conduct is motivated by hatred or prejudice… https://crimestoppers-uk.org/news-campaigns/campaigns/the-police-anti-corruption-and-abuse-reporting-service #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE COMMUNITY AND SUSPENDED SENTENCES (NOTIFICATIONS OF DETAILS) BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of the Community and Suspended Sentences (Notifications of Details) Bill? It is a Bill to require offenders serving community and certain other sentences to provide information about names used and contact details… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/offenders-on-community-orders-will-be-required-to-report-name-changes/5118866.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NAVIGATING A PATH THROUGH HELL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is an amazing story… https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/mar/25/at-four-i-was-kidnapped-and-sex-trafficked-for-years-now-i-fight-for-the-powerless-and-win-every-case #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOMESTIC ABUSE COMMISSIONER LAUNCHES PLATFORM TO RAISE VOICES OF DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the Domestic Abuse Commissioner, Nicole Jacobs has launched a new platform for domestic abuse victims and survivors to be heard? https://domesticabusecommissioner.uk/domestic-abuse-commissioner-launches-platform-to-raise-voices-of-victims-and-survivors-of-domestic-abuse/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INSIDE THE COERCIVE CONTROL COURTROOM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think of this? We deal with domestic abuse cases all the time and we are interested in your views about this article… https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/mar/23/but-he-didnt-hit-you-did-he-inside-the-coercive-control-courtroom #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MENTAL CAPACITY LAW AND POLICY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out what the judge decided in the case concerning a 31-year old woman who had expressed a desire to become pregnant and have a baby. However, the woman had various disorders which had affected her mental capacity over many years, causing hallucinations, depressive symptoms and challenging and aggressive behaviour… https://www.bailii.org/cgi-bin/format.cgi?doc=/ew/cases/EWCOP/2024/5.html&query=(Sheffield)+AND+(City)+AND+(Council)+AND+(v)+AND+(EE)+AND+((by)+AND+(her)+AND+(Litigation)+AND+(Friend.)+AND+(the)+AND+(Official)+AND+(Solicitor))+AND+(.2024.)+AND+(EWCOP)+AND+(5) #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

FAMILY DISPUTE TO BE RESOLVED FASTER THROUGH EXTRA £170 MILLION INVESTIMENT INTO THE JUSTICE SYSTEM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that families will benefit from new early legal advice to spare them the stress of court thanks to the extra investment into the justice system? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/family-disputes-to-be-resolved-faster-through-extra-170-million-investment-into-the-justice-system #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CLICK-WRAP CONSUMER TERMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Would you like to find out what happened when a person played an Instant Win Game (a game of chance whose outcome is predetermined by at the point of purchase) in which at the end of the game, due to a software error, two sets of matched numbers were displayed, one with a £10 prize and one with a £1m prize? The predetermined outcome of the game was a win of £10, but the player claimed a prize of £1m and sought summary judgement on the claim, arguing that terms on which the player relied were not incorporated into the contract and/or were unfair under the Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999. Watch the following clip to find out the Judge’s decision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0Mkydu8vj4&ab_channel=RoyalCourtsofJusticeCourt69 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SOLICITOR SUSPENDED FOR DRUNKEN BEHAVIOUR

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Better be sober than sorry… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/solicitor-suspended-for-drunken-behaviour-at-christmas-party/5119073.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ICO REASSURES EMPLOYERS: THEY CAN SHARE STAFF DATA IN A MENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, did you know that the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has issued guidance for employers on sharing their workers’ personal information in a mental health emergency? The guidance sets out advice on when, and how, it is appropriate to share workers’ personal information where the employer believes that someone is at risk of causing serious harm to themselves or others due to their mental health… https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/media-centre/news-and-blogs/2024/03/ico-reassures-employers-they-can-share-staff-data-in-a-mental-health-emergency/ #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice