Increased sentences for domestic homicide backed by charities
The Government has announced that it will be increasing the mandatory minimum sentence for domestic homicide, with the backing of key charities.
Retirement planning impacted by later life divorces
An equity release firm has warned that an increase in the number of later life divorces is having an impact on retirement planning.
ECHR refuses appeal in transgender father birth certificate case
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has refused an appeal in the case of a transgender man who wished to be recorded as a father on a birth certificate.
Brand new scheme launched by conveyancing professionals
A new scheme has been launched by a number of conveyancing professionals, which is intended to make
Probate grant processing times remain broadly the same
New figures released by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) show that processing times for
Communication from conveyancers crucial for homebuyers
A new survey of homebuyers in the UK has found that regular communication from conveyancers is one of
MOJ announces rise in Probate application fee
The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) has announced that the Probate application fee will rise from next month, as one of a number of
Family lawyers warn about potential social media ban impact
Family lawyers are warning that the upcoming ban on social media for under-16s might cause unintended issues during
Analysis suggests inheritance tax thresholds should be higher
New analysis suggests the thresholds for inheritance tax should be over
Changes to home purchase processes announced by government
A number of changes to the system for buying and selling homes have been announced by