IMPORTANT TRAVEL RULE CHANGES FOR 2025

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you planning to travel abroad in 2025? Find out a few new rules to take into consideration when booking your trip… https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/travel/important-travel-rule-changes-affect-30560439 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SENIOR DRIVERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi This is great… https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/travel-hobbies/driving/worried-about-someones-driving/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RENEWING DRIVING LINCENCE AT 70

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you 70 years old or an over driver? Find out how to renew your driving licence online for free… https://www.gov.uk/renew-driving-licence-at-70 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNALS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/money/2024/dec/26/cancer-patient-fears-dying-without-justice-as-tribunal-date-repeatedly-delayed #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT LAW ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/cleaner-luxury-hotel-london-nandos-employment-tribunal-abuse-b1202006.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HOUSEHOLD SUPPORT FUND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi In August, Labour confirmed that they will extend the Conservative-created Household Support Fund (HSF) for another six months beyond the September 30 end date. This means it should now continue until the end of March 2025. Find out about the Household Support Fund and how it can help you… https://www.gov.uk/cost-living-help-local-council #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INCOME BOOST FOR PENSIONERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you a pensioner? YOU MUST READ THIS! IF YOU HAVE PARENTS, FRIENDS, ETC WHO ARE PENSIONERS, PLEASE FORWARD THIS TO THEM… https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/dwp-send-letter-every-pensioner-34420515 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COUNCIL TENANCY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Are you a council tenant? Don’t miss this… https://uk.news.yahoo.com/south-london-councils-blunder-means-174721477.html#:~:text=A%20watchdog%20investigation%20found%20Wandsworth,financial%20inconvenience'%20she%20was%20caused. #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CAR TAX 2025

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, don’t miss this… https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/1996588/van-owners-car-tax-vehicle-excise-duty #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/cleaner-luxury-hotel-london-nandos-employment-tribunal-abuse-b1202006.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW PARENTAL ALIENATION GUIDANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c047zq01z0ko.amp #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RACIAL DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.yahoo.com/news/telling-someone-foreign-accent-t-150028074.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL TIME LIMITS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Thinking of bringing a claim to an Employment Tribunal? Follow this steps… https://www.acas.org.uk/employment-tribunal-time-limits #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

NEW PLANS REVEALED TO SAVE SMALL FIRMS AND IMPROVE ACCESS TO CASH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you own a small or medium size business, this could help you… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-plans-revealed-to-save-small-firms-22000-a-year-and-improve-access-to-cash #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

SCOTS PERSONAL INJURY LAW UPDATE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi To our Scottish friends, The Scottish Law Commission has published its Report on Damages for Personal injury, accompanied by a draft Damages (Scotland) Bill. The report proposes several reforms to modernise and clarify the law on damages in Scotland. Key recommendations include updating the definition of ‘relative’ to reflect contemporary society, expanding the class of individuals entitled to claim damages for services rendered to an injured person, and resolving the pleural plaques time-bar issue. For further information, go to: https://www.scotlawcom.gov.uk/news/scots-personal-injury-law-updated/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

JOINT PLAN TO ADDRESS UNSAFFE CLADDING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Did you know that the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has published a new Remediation Acceleration Plan (RAP), aimed at expediting the removal of unsafe cladding in England, identifying all unsafe buildings, and supporting residents from the financial burdens of remediation? The plan sets key targets for 2029, including remediating all 18m+ buildings with unsafe cladding in government-funded schemes by 2029, and ensuring all 11m+ buildings are either remediated, have a completion date, or landlords face severe penalties. For further information please go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/joint-plan-to-accelerate-developer-led-remediation-and-improve-resident-experience #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ARRESTS FOR ILLEGAL WORKING UP AFTER HOME OFFICE CRACKDOWN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi New data shows illegal working arrests have increased by 25% since the election… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/arrests-for-illegal-working-up-after-home-office-crack-down #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BENEFIT AND PENSION RATES 2025 TO 2026

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out the benefit and pension rates for 2025 to 2026… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/benefit-and-pension-rates-2025-to-2026/benefit-and-pension-rates-2025-to-2026 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HIGHWAY CODE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, be careful when forgetting to demist your car windows! You could face serious consequences… https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/motoring/motoring-news/drivers-face-1000-fines-over-30660889 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ADVISORY FUEL RATES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Do you drive a company car? Find out about advisory fuel rates for company car users, when you can use them, and how they're calculated… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/advisory-fuel-rates#full-publication-update-history #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

ROGUE EMPLOYERS WILL BE BANNED FROM HIRING OVERSEAS WORKERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Employers, remember that businesses who commit serious offences will be banned from sponsoring overseas workers, in an effort to crack down on visa abuse and prevent exploitation… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/rogue-employers-will-be-banned-from-hiring-overseas-workers #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOMESTIC ABUSE PROTECTIVE NOTES & DOMESTIC ABUSE PROTECTIVE ORDERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi If you are a victim of domestic abuse, or if you know someone who is, please read this and find out how Domestic Abuse Protection Notes (DAPNs) and Domestic Abuse Protective Orders (DAPOs) can help protect you if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse… https://www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse-protection-notices-dapns-and-domestic-abuse-protection-orders-dapos #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

THE RACIAL JUSTICE FAMILY NETWORK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Have you heard of the Racial Justice Family Network? The RJFN is a collaborative network of individuals and organisations focused on promoting anti-racist initiatives and practices throughout the family justice system, to address systemic discrimination and inequality. It actively works to identify and challenge the policies, behaviours, and beliefs that perpetuate racist ideas and actions. To find out more about RJFN, go to: https://corambaaf.org.uk/updates/corambaaf-host-racial-justice-family-network-promote-anti-racist-practice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RAPE TRIALS COLLAPSE AS VICTIMS ABANDON CASES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2024/dec/06/trials-collapse-as-victims-abandon-cases-amid-long-court-delays #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVERS WARNED OF INSURANCE VOID

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, this is for you… https://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/1991363/drivers-warned-insurance-void-fines #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

2025 THREE NEW UK DRIVING LAWS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, don’t miss this… https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/motoring/motoring-news/three-new-uk-driving-laws-30636154 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PARENTAL ALIENATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/commentary-and-opinion/the-rise-and-fall-of-parental-alienation/5121835.article #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

MOTHERCARE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST EMPLOYEE OVER MATERNITY LEAVE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14197815/New-mother-forced-Mothercare-sham-redundancy-wins-discrimination-claim.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LONDON DISABLED PARKING RULES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Blue Badge holders, don’t miss this… https://uk.news.yahoo.com/london-disabled-parking-rules-double-175220641.html #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DVSA: NEW MOT SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, don’t miss this… https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/1989887/mot-test-law-change-dvsa #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INHERITANCE TAX

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Inheritance Tax explained by Martin Lewis… https://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/1989400/martin-lewis-says-dont-worry-inheritance-tax #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVERS MOUNTING THE KERB FOR A PARKING SPACE COULD FACE FINE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Drivers, watch out for this… https://www.msn.com/en-gb/cars/news/london-motorists-could-face-1-000-fine-for-breaking-street-parking-rule-that-many-don-t-know-about/ar-AA1vWoGC?ocid=msedgntp&pc=LCTS&cvid=518d911d9ca34cfa985ad3c15f4c61f7&ei=10 #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RETURNING GOOD AFTER THE FESTIVE PERIOD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Find out your rights when returning goods after the festive period… https://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/advice/i-want-to-return-my-goods-what-are-my-rights-ams3G2z9V7lW #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

COURTS IN CRISIS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2024/dec/16/lawyers-refusing-to-represent-people-charged-with-certain-crimes-amid-pay-crisis #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy New Year, everyone! from Deborah and Euzi