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Thursday, 30 April 2026

PRIVATE RENTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Private rents in Great Britain stop rising for first time since 2017.” Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/apr/16/private-rents-great-britain-stop-rising-cut-prices-rightmove #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 29 April 2026

NEW TENANCY LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Landlords rush to evict tenants and raise rents before new rules come into force on 1 May.” The new tenancy law is coming up… https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/buytolet/article-15748059/Landlords-rush-evict-tenants-raise-rents-new-rules-come-force-1-May.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 28 April 2026

HOLIDAY PAY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Worker who couldn’t take time off for 25 years awarded £400k by tribunal.” Great story… https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/04/10/worker-wins-400k-in-unused-holiday-pay/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 27 April 2026

UNFAIR DISMISSAL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “North Sea pilot was unfairly dismissed for whistleblowing.” Interesting case… https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/26011375.north-sea-pilot-unfairly-dismissed-whistleblowing/#:~:text=A%20tribunal%20unanimously%20found%20that,caused%20him%20severe%20back%20pain. #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Sunday, 26 April 2026

ARE YOU OVERCROWDED?

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Check if your home is overcrowded by law.” Did you know that landlords and agents break the law if they allow tenancies to become overcrowded? https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/repairs/check_if_your_home_is_overcrowded_by_law #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 25 April 2026

WORKING FROM HOME

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Working From Home Tax Relief 2026: What Finance Teams Need to Know” This is valuable information… https://captureexpense.com/blog/working-from-home-tax-relief-26/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 24 April 2026

NEW EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Sick pay rule changes to benefit up to 9.6m UK workers, TUC says.” - Find out the new rights for workers… https://www.theguardian.com/law/2026/apr/06/sick-pay-rule-changes-benefit-uk-workers-tuc #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 23 April 2026

TRADE UNION REQUIREMENTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Trade union requirements” - Find out the latest changes made to the trade union recognition process… https://www.business.gov.uk/campaign/employment-changes/employers/trade-union-requirements/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

WHISTLEBLOWING AT WORK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Whistleblowing at Work: What someone can whistleblow about” Did you know that from 6 April, workers who report sexual harassment at work can benefit from protection under whistleblowing law? https://www.acas.org.uk/whistleblowing-at-work/what-someone-can-whistleblow-about #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

PATERNITY AND PARENTAL LEAVE RIGHTS - NEW CHANGES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Your Paternity and Parental Leave Rights” - Find out what is changing… https://www.business.gov.uk/campaign/employment-changes/employee/paternity-and-unpaid-parental-leave/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 20 April 2026

STATUTORY SICK PAY CHANGES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Statutory sick pay changes 2026” - Employers and employees, find out the key changes to statutory sick pay… https://www.acas.org.uk/statutory-sick-pay-changes-2026#:~:text=The%20changes,lower%2Dpaid%20staff%2C%20now%20qualify #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Sunday, 19 April 2026

THE RISE ON HOUSEHOLD ENERGY BILLS TO COUNCIL TAX

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “From water to council tax: How the bill rises (and one drop) affect you” - Find out how the bill changes and how they affect you… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyeke8z871o #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 18 April 2026

MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Minimum wage rises to £12.71 an hour as firms warn of impact” - Do you think this is enough? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c36r7jk6093o #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 17 April 2026

NEW RULES ON CANCELLING SUBSCRIPTIONS AND GETTING REFUND

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds” - This is really good… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg0v36ek2go #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 16 April 2026

INHERITANCE FRAUDSTER

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Shameless fraudster pocketed £166k inheritance intended for his own family members.” Be careful who you trust to act as executor for your estate… https://uk.news.yahoo.com/shameless-fraudster-pocketed-166k-inheritance-144659938.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 15 April 2026

FAMILY VOTING WARNING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Husbands who tell wives how to vote could face jail as ‘family voting’ warning issued.” What do you think? https://www.gbnews.com/politics/local-elections-husbands-wives-vote-jail-family-voting-warning #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 14 April 2026

FAKE PET ADVERTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Scam warning as major bank reports surge in fake pet adverts – what to watch out for.” Are you a pet owner? Don’t miss this… https://www.aol.com/articles/major-uk-bank-issues-warning-230100119.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 13 April 2026

FINANCIAL REMEDIES GUIDE 2026

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Financial Remedies Guide 2026” - Out now… https://www.judiciary.uk/guidance-and-resources/financial-remedies-guide-2026/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PARENTAL MENTAL HEALTH, CHILD MENTAL HEALTH AND SCHOOL OUTCOMES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Links between parental mental health, child mental health, and school outcomes, England: 2021 to 2022” - This is worthy reading… https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/healthandsocialcare/childhealth/bulletins/linksbetweenparentalmentalhealthchildmentalhealthandschooloutcomesengland/2021to2022 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Sunday, 12 April 2026

CHILDREN'S COMMISSIONER'S LETTER

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Children at heart of 'problem-solving' blueprint for family lawyers.” That’s good news… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/children-at-heart-of-problem-solving-blueprint-for-family-lawyers/5126173.article #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 11 April 2026

GOVERNMENT TO TAG EXTRA OFFENDERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Government announces plans to tag thousands of extra offenders.” What do you think? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-announces-plans-to-tag-thousands-of-extra-offenders #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 10 April 2026

CHILD CRUELTY OFFENCES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New register for people convicted of child cruelty offences” - Did you know that child cruelty convictions will face the same police notification requirements as registered sex offenders? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-register-for-people-convicted-of-child-cruelty-offences #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 9 April 2026

CAFCASS LAUNCH ANIMATED FILM FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New animated film seeks to help children & young people who are involved in family court proceedings.” Excellent… https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/new-animated-film-seeks-help-children-young-people-who-are-involved-family-court-proceedings #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

BENEFIT FRAUD

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “'Housebound' benefit cheat caught ziplining in Mexico.” How do you feel after reading this? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn4vmw27x13o #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

KINSHIP CARERS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Foundations to undertake kinship financial allowances pilot evaluation in seven local areas.” Kinship carers, this is for you… https://foundations.org.uk/foundations-to-undertake-kinship-allowances-pilot-evaluation/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 8 April 2026

BANKUPT DAD JAILED OVER SCHOOL DEBT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Bankrupt Hertfordshire dad jailed over dodging school fee debt.” What do you think? https://uk.news.yahoo.com/bankrupt-hertfordshire-dad-jailed-over-100959546.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

HONOUR BASED ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New laws to protect victims of ‘honour’- based abuse.” Finally… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-laws-to-protect-victims-of-honour-based-abuse #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 7 April 2026

NEW LEGISLATION TO BENEFIT CHILDREN IN CARE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New legislation to keep brothers and sisters connected in care” Great news… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-legislation-to-keep-brothers-and-sisters-connected-in-care #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DOMESTIC ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Revealed: The true toll of female suicides with domestic abuse at their core.” Very sad… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/feb/15/number-uk-women-suicide-domestic-abuse-under-reported-say-experts #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 6 April 2026

RAGS-TO-RICHES FAMILY DISPUTE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Rags-to-riches textile millionaires in court battle with their son-in-law as they accuse him of 'smash and grab' raid on £10m business empire.” What do you think? https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15680681/Textile-daughter-husband-sues-ownership-firm.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INTIMATE IMAGE ABUSE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New law to require tech companies take down non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours.” Great news… https://refuge.org.uk/news/new-law-to-require-tech-companies-take-down-non-consensual-intimate-images-within-48-hours/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Sunday, 5 April 2026

LANDMARK SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION TRIAL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Meta and YouTube designed addictive products that harmed young people, jury finds.” Everyone should know this… https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/mar/25/jury-verdict-us-first-social-media-addiction-trial-meta-youtube #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EXPERT PSYCHOLOGISTS IN FAMILY COURT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Family Division president issues ‘firm’ guidance over unregistered experts.” Excellent… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/family-courts-warned-over-unqualified-experts/5125978.article #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 4 April 2026

ROMANCE SCAM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Fraudster jailed for conning men into funding her lavish lifestyle.” Watch out for romance scammers… https://www.wiltshire.police.uk/news/wiltshire/news/2026/march-2026/fraudster-jailed-for-conning-men-into-funding-her-lavish-lifestyle/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

CHILDEN & YOUNG PEOPLE'S MENTAL HEALTH

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Committees to examine children and young people’s mental health in new inquiry.” At last… https://www.healthcare-management.uk/mps-launch-inquiry-people-mental-health #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 3 April 2026

ROMANCE SCAM

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Ombudsman sees more than 500 romance scam complaints.” This is really sad… https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/ombudsman-sees-more-500-romance-162102138.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WOMEN IN UK PRISON

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “The UK scandal of women handcuffed while in labour: ‘I was so shocked when the restraints weren’t removed’.” Shocking… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/mar/04/the-scandal-of-women-handcuffed-while-in-labour-i-was-so-shocked-when-the-restraints-werent-removed #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 2 April 2026

TAILGATING TO BECOME CRIMINAL OFFENCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Tailgating at matches to become criminal offence.” What do you think? https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cj0v8z7pm6eo #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WOMEN'S RIGHTS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Jailed for losing a pregnancy: how progress on El Salvador’s harsh anti-abortion law is unravelling.” After reading this, women will feel happy to live in this country… https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/mar/02/el-salvador-bukele-anti-abortion-laws-women-criminalised-obstetric-crisis-miscarriage-rights #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 1 April 2026

PENSIONER TAKES COURT ACTION TO GET POTHOLES FILLED

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Driver's pothole legal action disappoints council.” Do you agree with this… https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c17vgjdyn5do #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

PRIVATE SCHOOL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Appeal court rejects latest challenge to adding VAT to UK private school fees.” Do you agree? https://www.theguardian.com/education/2026/feb/27/appeal-court-rejects-challenge-vat-uk-private-school-fees #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice