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Right to Rent: Protection or Discrimination
The Right to Rent Scheme ("the scheme") came into force in England in 2016, we look at it in more detail. Does it discriminate or provide protection? The scheme's original...
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Early Neutral Evaluation: Can a party be compelled to participate?
On 6 August 2019 the Court of Appeal overturned the first instance decision discussed below. The appeal court held that there were no express words in the CPR requiring the...
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Why you should make a Will
My colleague Stephanie Walls has recently written a very interesting article about a dispute between two step-sisters over inheritance following the death of their parents. The unfortunate set of circumstances highlights...
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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...
