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Proposals To End Chancel Repair Uncertainty For Property Buyers
The Law Commission has launched a consultation on proposed reforms to the law governing land registration and chancel repair liability (CRL)—an obligation requiring landowners to pay for repairs to the chancel of a local church.
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Don’t Leave It Too Late To Get Your Affairs In Order
When most people think about getting their affairs in order, they often jump straight into making a Will so that they have peace of mind that when they pass away, their loved ones know their wishes.
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Renters Rights
There are new significant responsibilities for landlords of buy-to-lets and a significant reduction in rights…
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Learning Disability Week 2025: “Do You See Me?”
This year, from Monday 16th to Friday 21st June, it is Learning Disability Week 2025, a time to celebrate, reflect, and advocate for the people with learning disabilities.
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The Law Commission’s Recommendations to Reform the Law of Wills
Aiming to ‘modernise’ the law governing Wills, the Law Commission have recently published its recommendations within its Final Report to increase clarity and certainty surrounding the law of Wills.
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Statutory Wills
A statutory Will in the UK is a Will that is authorised by the Court of Protection on behalf of someone who lacks the mental capacity to make or change their own Will.
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10 Reasons Why A DIY Will Is Not Recommended
With the rising cost of living, it is understandable that many people look for ways to save money including drafting their own Wills. However, creating a Will without legal advice can end up costing you and your loved ones far more than the price of a professionally prepared one.
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The Family Drug and Alcohol Court – An Alternative Approach to Care Proceedings
Recent years has seen the launch of the Family Drug and Alcohol Court known as FDAC in many regions and now it is coming to our local court in Northampton.
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What is a Section 7 (or S7) Report?
A section 7 report is a very lengthy document and is usually at least 30 pages. There is a lot of important information included within it, and information that the Court will have consideration to when making a decision.
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Parental Alienation
All too often, we hear a parent say that the only reason their child does not want to see them is because the other parent has “brainwashed” or turned against them.
