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Tuesday, 30 June 2026

ENVIRONMENTAL CRIME

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Fly tipper prosecuted for illegally dumping construction waste in Wiltshire” - Environmental crime needs to be taken seriouslly… https://www.itv.com/news/meridian/2026-06-11/waste-operator-charged-for-illegally-dumping-construction-debris #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 29 June 2026

RENTING TO FRIENDS: PUTTING TRUST BEFORE PAPERWORK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Landlords put trust before paperwork when renting to friends” - Did you know that nearly one in five landlords admit to renting to someone they know without a formal agreement? https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/landlords-put-trust-before-paperwork-when-renting-to-friends #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 27 June 2026

NEW HEALTH AND SAFETY RULES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Councils to fine landlords £7,000 per hazard under new health and safety rules” - Landlords, don’t miss this… https://www.property118.com/councils-to-fine-landlords-7000-per-hazard-under-new-health-and-safety-rules/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

RENTERS RIGHT ACT COMPLIANCE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “CLAIM: Tenants doubt landlords’ RRA compliance” - Landlords, you need to read this… https://thenegotiator.co.uk/news/regulation-law-news/claim-tenants-doubt-landlords-rra-compliance/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 26 June 2026

FUNDAMENTAL DISHONESTY CASE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Record-breaking £4m PI claim thrown out over dishonesty” - Find out what fundamental dishonesty is… https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/record-breaking-4m-pi-claim-thrown-out-over-dishonesty/5127005.article #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 25 June 2026

NEW DRIVEWAY RULE CHANGE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New Driveway Rule Change in the UK Explained: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know” - Find out all about this new rule… https://metroinsight.co.uk/new-driveway-rule-change-uk/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

NEW HARASSMENT LAW

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Passenger on train to London given first sentence for harassment under new law” - A train passenger has become the first person to be sentenced under a new harassment law… https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/09/passenger-david-stroud-london-train-harassment-sentence #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

HOT WEATHER AND HEATWAVES GUIDANCE FOR SCHOOLS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Hot weather and heatwaves: guidance for schools and other education settings” - Parents and teachers, don’t miss this information… https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/hot-weather-and-heatwaves-guidance-for-schools-and-other-education-settings/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

WORKING RIGHTS DURING HEATWAVE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “What are your working rights during a heatwave?” - With temperatures set to soar into the high 30s this week, you’re likely to have questions about what this means for your workdays… https://metro.co.uk/2026/06/22/working-rights-a-heatwave-28875875/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Sunday, 21 June 2026

LANDLORDS FACE RISING FINES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Landlords raise concerns over tenant-backed council fines regime.” - Do you agree with the landlords? https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/landlords-raise-concerns-over-tenant-backed-council-fines-regime #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 20 June 2026

LEGAL RIGHT OF WAY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Legal rules on what to do if a neighbour blocks your shared driveway.” - Did you know that blocking a shared driveway constitutes civil trespass and interference with your legal right of way? https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/property/legal-rules-what-neighbour-blocks-34067372 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 19 June 2026

LEGAL RIGHTS TO CREMATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Fiancee wins legal battle against her tragic partner's mother to have him cremated rather than buried after he killed himself following cancer diagnosis.” Interesting case… https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15870151/Fiancee-wins-legal-battle-partners-mother-cremated.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 18 June 2026

NEW DRIVEWAY RULE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Driveways across England affected by rule change now in force.” - Find all about the major new driveway rule in regards to permission for installing electric vehicle (EV) charging points… https://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/news/motors/driveways-across-england-affected-rule-34050299 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 17 June 2026

DOMESTIC ABUSE TRAINING INTO CURRICULUM FOR JUDGES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Judicial College embeds domestic abuse training into ‘continuous’ curriculum for judges” - Interesting article… https://todaysfamilylawyer.co.uk/judicial-college-embeds-domestic-abuse-training-into-continuous-curriculum-for-judges/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

FAMILY HUBS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “The government must do more to ensure that Family Hubs reach struggling parents.” - Have you, or someone you know, benefitted from Family Hubs? https://www.nspcc.org.uk/about-us/news-opinion/2026/calling-for-government-do-more-expand-reach-family-hubs/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 15 June 2026

SOCIAL CARE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Council criticised after domestic abuse housing failure, Ombudsman finds,” - What do you think? https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/greatest-hits/gloucestershire/news/housing-failure-ombudsman-finds #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Sunday, 14 June 2026

CAFCASS STRATEGIC PLAN FOR 2026 - 2029

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Cafcass publishes strategic plan for 2026-2029” - Find out what the new plan, ‘Sustaining ambition for children: working together, building resilience, inspiring change’ is about… https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/cafcass-publishes-strategic-plan-2026-2029 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 13 June 2026

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE has been relocated to a new address to better serve our community! Our New Address: IDEAS HUB 6, London Road Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1XB Everything else stays exactly the same: Our legal advice service is still completely FREE as part of Chelmsford Ideas Hub Call us: 07940 384785 to book an appointment in-person, over the phone or Zoom Email us: affordablelawforyou@gmail.com Time: every MONDAY FROM 10AM TO 1PM Please share this update with anyone who may need our services! #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend

SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTIVE BY DESIGN PLATFORMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “MPs call for statutory social media ban for children to tackle “addictive by design” platforms.” At last… https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/203/education-committee/news/213615/mps-call-for-statutory-social-media-ban-for-children-to-tackle-addictive-by-design-platforms/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 12 June 2026

LEARNING FROM DOMESTIC HOMICIDE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Learning from domestic homicide reviews: government response.” - Find out the government response to the Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s report on improving the implementation of learning from domestic homicide reviews… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/learning-from-domestic-homicide-reviews-government-response #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 11 June 2026

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE has been relocated to a new address to better serve our community! Our New Address: IDEAS HUB 6, London Road Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1XB Everything else stays exactly the same: Our legal advice service is still completely FREE as part of Chelmsford Ideas Hub Call us: 07940 384785 to book an appointment in-person, over the phone or Zoom Email us: affordablelawforyou@gmail.com Time: every MONDAY FROM 10AM TO 1PM Please share this update with anyone who may need our services! #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend

CHILDREN'S SOCIAL CARE REFORMS

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Government sets out next steps for children’s social care reforms.” - Great news! https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-sets-out-next-steps-for-childrens-social-care-reforms #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE has been relocated to a new address to better serve our community! Our New Address: IDEAS HUB 6, London Road Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1XB Everything else stays exactly the same: Our legal advice service is still completely FREE as part of Chelmsford Ideas Hub Call us: 07940 384785 to book an appointment in-person, over the phone or Zoom Email us: affordablelawforyou@gmail.com Time: every MONDAY FROM 10AM TO 1PM Please share this update with anyone who may need our services! #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend

DEPRIVATION OF LIBERTY

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Supreme Court overturns deprivation of liberty ‘acid test’ as charities despair at decision.” - Can a vulnerable person lacking the mental capacity to consent to their care be "deprived of their liberty"? https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/charities-appalled-as-supreme-court-overturns-acid-test-on-deprivation-of-liberty/5126948.article #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 9 June 2026

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE has been relocated to a new address to better serve our community! Our New Address: IDEAS HUB 6, London Road Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1XB Everything else stays exactly the same: Our legal advice service is still completely FREE as part of Chelmsford Ideas Hub Call us: 07940 384785 to book an appointment in-person, over the phone or Zoom Email us: affordablelawforyou@gmail.com Time: every MONDAY FROM 10AM TO 1PM Please share this update with anyone who may need our services! #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi Our FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE has been relocated to a new address to better serve our community! Our New Address: IDEAS HUB 6, London Road Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1XB Everything else stays exactly the same: Our legal advice service is still completely FREE as part of Chelmsford Ideas Hub Call us: 07940 384785 to book an appointment in-person, over the phone or Zoom Email us: affordablelawforyou@gmail.com Time: every MONDAY FROM 10AM TO 1PM Please share this update with anyone who may need our services! #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend

THE CIVIL AVIATION BILL

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New laws set to modernise aviation and better protect passengers.” - Great news… https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-laws-set-to-modernise-aviation-and-better-protect-passengers #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 8 June 2026

CARERS WEEK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Carers Week: 8–14 June”- Time to care for the carers… https://www.rethink.org/campaigns-and-policy/awareness-days-and-events/carers-week/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22638648959&gbraid=0AAAAAD1wAR_lj1AW15KlQrDiazttwm3QP&gclid=Cj0KCQjwof_QBhCgARIsADaMzOdpzLQg02j_AER8b5h3AqnnY6OXvumzDVKDkBCCK_zjFycEYzftAvgaAk41EALw_wcB #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

LETTING AGENTS POOR PRACTICES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Letting agents engaging in 'illegal and shoddy practices’.” - Did you know that nearly half (48%) of private renters have faced rule-breaking and illegal practices by letting agents? https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/letting-agents-engaging-in-illegal-and-shoddy-practices #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “One in three HR leaders face opposition to inclusion schemes, study finds.” - What do you think? https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/may/03/hr-leaders-opposition-diversity-equity-inclusion-schemes-study #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Sunday, 7 June 2026

NEW DRIVEWAY RULE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “New driveway rule change for every home in England announced.” - Did you know that now you don’t need planning permission to install electric vehicle charging points? https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/new-driveway-rule-change-every-34055294 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Saturday, 6 June 2026

VISA SCHEME EMPLOYMENT

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Indian man awarded almost £30,000 after UK employer failed to provide work.” - Did you know that lots of migrant care workers pay money to recruiters only to arrive in the UK to be ghosted? https://www.theguardian.com/law/2026/may/31/indian-citizen-post-brexit-visa-scheme-employment-tribunal-uk #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Friday, 5 June 2026

LANDLORD LICENSING CRACKDOWN

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “London councils cash in on landlord licensing crackdown” - Landlords & Estate Agents, make sure you don't get caught on any property licensing offences… https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/london-councils-cash-in-on-landlord-licensing-crackdown #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Thursday, 4 June 2026

NEW PRODUCT SAFETY FRAMEWORK CONSULTATION

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “The UK’s new product safety framework” - Have your say: the government is looking for your views on the qualities of products we buy. Respond by: 23:59pm on 23 June For further information on how to take part in this consultation, go to: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/product-regulation-the-uks-new-product-safety-framework/the-uks-new-product-safety-framework #freelegaladvice

WORLD CUP TRAVEL ADVICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “World Cup 2026” - To all those travelling to attend the World Cup, make sure you have everything you need in place… https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/usa/world-cup-2026 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Wednesday, 3 June 2026

MEN'S 2026 WORLD CUP

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Extra time for pubs” - The UK government has extended pub licensing hours for the 2026 World Cup knockout stages for all England and Scotland matches… https://www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/extra-time-for-pubs/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Tuesday, 2 June 2026

CHILD SAFETY WEEK

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Child Safety Week” - Parents and carers, don’t miss out on this… https://capt.org.uk/child-safety-week/ #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

DRIVING TEST CENTRES

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Check which driving test centres you can move your test to.” - Did you know that from 9th June, learners can only move their driving test appointments to nearby test centres? https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/check-which-driving-test-centres-you-can-move-your-test-to/check-which-driving-test-centres-you-can-move-your-test-to #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

Monday, 1 June 2026

TACHOGRAPH CENTRE SPECIAL NOTICE

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Approved tachograph centre special notice 02-26” - The Goods Vehicles (Testing, Drivers’ Hours and Tachographs etc.) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 come into force today… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/approved-tachograph-centre-special-notice-02-26/approved-tachograph-centre-special-notice-02-26 #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice

INDIA VISA WARNING

Hi, it’s Deborah and Euzi “Indian visa warning after couple lose £12,000 holiday due to red tape” - Planning to visit India? You must read this… https://www.aol.com/articles/indian-visa-warning-couple-lose-071007000.html #freelegaladvice #legaladvicefordivorcematters #legaladviceforlandlordandtenantmatters #legaladviceforemploymentmatters #mackenziefriend #helpingyoutopreparetoattendatcourt #affordablelawforyou #bespokelegaladvice