There was much talk recently about the possibility of Jeremy Hunt making changes to inheritance tax (IHT) in his Autumn statement of 22nd November. There had been rumours that IHT was being scrapped altogether or that instead of a 40% tax charge it...
The Dangers of Online Wills Co-op Legal Services recently announced that it is partnering with Amazon UK to offer digital Wills. Clients will input their data online and receive a Will to sign at home, which is a quick and inexpensive alternative to...
As a temporary measure to assist with the Covid-19 response, the Government has relaxed the rules around providing employers with medical evidence to support sickness absence. This is predominantly to ease the pressure on general practices as they deal with...
Here are some Employment Law changes we can expect to see in 2021: Non-exclusivity Clauses On 4 December 2020, the Government began consultation into two specific areas of employment law, both of which are due to end on 26 February 2021....
The Government has announced proposals to change the way probate fees are calculated, and for many it won't be for the better. In England and Wales, probate fees – paid when administering someone's estate after they die – will now be...