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Simultaneous Deaths – who died first?
A High Court case concerning a dispute between step-sisters over which of their parents died first, demonstrates the importance of understanding how assets are held and the way in which...
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Private Client Partner Helen Bunker shortlisted for Woman of the year award
Helen Bunker, a Partner in Blake Morgan's private client team is celebrating after being shortlisted in the 'Woman of the year – professional services' category at the Citywealth Powerwomen awards...
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Charities Newsletter – August 2019
Our Charities team here at Blake Morgan publishes bulletins to keep you up-to-date with breaking news and topical issues affecting the sector. We also offer regular charity trustee induction and...
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The Guardianship (Missing Persons) Act 2017 and how it can help you
The Guardianship (Missing Persons) Act 2017 (GMPA 2017) received Royal Assent on 27 April 2017 and came into force in England and Wales on 31 July 2019. This new law,...
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Housebuilding in Hampshire Halted over Nitrates Pollution in the Solent
Fears over nitrates pollution in the Solent area has resulted in planning authorities in Hampshire putting planning applications for new housing developments on hold. Following advice from Natural England, five...
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€150,000 GDPR fine for wrongly using “consent” as a basis for processing personal data of staff
The Greek Data Protection Authority ("DPA" the equivalent of the UK's Information Commissioner's Office/ICO) has just fined PWC €150,000 for GDPR breaches in connection with its processing of employee data....
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Off-Payroll Rules for the Private Sector – Draft Legislation Published
In anticipation of the extension of the off-payroll rules to the private sector in April 2020, the Government has published its draft legislation together with explanatory notes, policy paper and...
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Private Client Issues – August 2019
Welcome to this month's edition of Private Client Issues, Blake Morgan's monthly round-up of the topics you may find of interest. Insight and advice on developments affecting private individuals. A...
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Councils left vulnerable in recovering business rates following recent Court of Appeal Decision
In a recent decision in the Court of Appeal, two local authorities (the Claimants) lost 'test cases' after attempting to recover business rates arising from empty properties. The impact the...
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Travel sale success for Blake Morgan
Blake Morgan's corporate team has successfully advised Ickenham Travel Group on the sale of the business and assets of their business travel division, Business Travel Direct to travel management company...
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Supreme Court gives significant decision on restrictive covenants
Restrictive covenants are a useful tool for employers to protect their competitive edge and to reduce the risk of 'star employees' leaving to join competitors. However, failure to draft restrictive...
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Stamp Duty Land Tax 3% surcharge ‘Replacement of only or main residence’ and the three-year rules
The higher rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax are intended to apply to purchases of additional residential properties, such as second homes and buy to let properties. The design of...
