This article introduces the changes to employment regulations in the UK that took effect on April 1, 2024. It covers the increase in the National Minimum Wage, adjustments to annual leave calculations, changes in statutory redundancy payments, and other significant shifts in employment law. These updates aim to provide a clearer understanding of how these …
The concept of Compulsory High Street Rental Auctions was introduced as Government Policy in 2022. The policy behind the idea (as set out in the Government’s 2023 consultation) is “Prolonged vacancy of shops and buildings is a blight on our high street” saying high vacancy rates negatively impact footfall, risking businesses shutting down, more jobs being …
WHAT IS PROBATE AND WHY DO I NEED IT? Probate is officially described as “the official proving of a Will”, but what does that mean? In simple terms, a Grant of Probate is the legal document which gives the executor(s) the legal right to deal with the deceased’s estate (their property, money and other …
What is a Will? Have you thought about who you would like to inherit from your estate when you die? Family? Friends? Or even charity? If you do not execute a Will, then your estate will follow the rules of intestacy, meaning your wishes may not be carried out. A Will is a legal document …
Everything you need to know about Will’s in one place Read More »
In the domain of commercial property, legislation serves as the backbone of fair practice, security, and predictability for both landlords and tenants. Amongst these legislative frameworks, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 has stood for decades as a protection barrier to tenant security. However, as the commercial landscape undergoes rapid transformation, there is an increasing …
The Imperative for Modernisation: Revisiting the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 Read More »
With interest rates at their highest for 15 years, and the upward trend likely to continue, many business owners will be considering how to respond to the associated challenges and opportunities of operating in such an environment. In this blog, Paul Bury, explores the effects of a rise in interest rates on businesses and how …
Navigating the Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Businesses Read More »