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Multiple nominations for Blake Morgan at the Dealmakers Awards
Blake Morgan has been shortlisted in four different categories at the Wales Dealmakers Awards 2023.
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Keeping in balance: 4 day working week trial
In June 2022, a 6-month trial commenced where full-time employees had the opportunity to reduce their hours to a 4-day working week, without a drop in salary, provided that they...
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Huge increase in fines for illegal working or renting
The Government has announced that fines are to be more than tripled for employers and landlords who allow illegal migrants to work for them or rent their properties. It is...
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Changes to the minimum energy efficiency standards for commercial properties
What are the changes to the minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES)? We look at everything landlords need to know, including practical next steps. From 1 April 2023, landlords cannot continue...
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Who’s responsible? Determining the responsible local authority under section 117 of the Mental Health Act 1983
Professor Richard Jones examines the recent Supreme Court decision on responsibility for section 117 after-care services.
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Public inquiry final report and findings
Continuing our series of articles focusing on public inquiries, we look at the conclusion of a public inquiry, focusing on the inquiry’s final report and findings.
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Revocation of a will by marriage – Lattimer v Karamanoli
Could a will executed just one day before a marriage be revoked by that same marriage? We take a look at this interesting recent case.
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The launch of the new Cladding Safety Scheme
The UK Government announced the full opening of the long-awaited launch of the Cladding Safety Scheme (CSS) on 25 July 2023.
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A warning with costs in competing Inheritance Act claims
The recent High Court case of Amnir & Ors v Bala & Ors [2023] EWHC 1054 (Ch) highlighted the costs risks involved in pursuing litigation to full trial, particularly in...
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Private Client Issues – August 2023
Welcome to this month’s edition of Private Client Issues, Blake Morgan’s monthly round-up of the topics you may find of interest. It features insight and advice on developments affecting private...
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Developing Connections event: The Building Safety Act – PAST EVENT
The Building Safety Act recently became law and established a whole new approach to building safety. Coupled with the Fire Safety Regulations 2022 coming into force earlier this year, it...
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The Doctrine of ‘Mutual Wills’ – McLean v McLean
The doctrine of 'mutual wills' is a rarely used, unique and yet incredibly powerful tool in the world of probate. We explore the High Court's recent decision exploring the topic,...
