With the Autumn Budget 2025 looming, it is anticipated that there will be some significant changes made to inheritance tax rules. Solicitors in Porthmadog and other areas of North Wales understand that changes are pending – though at this time, the details are not yet fully known.
In January 2023, a pilot governing the reporting of court cases pertaining to family law was introduced. This meant that reporters and other approved personnel were allowed to attend court and report on the dealings that they witnessed – including the role of family law barristers in North Wales.
It has been reported that there has been a rise in crimes relating to the Will-making process.
It has always been an important role of Will writing solicitors in North Wales to ensure that the testator has the mental capacity to complete the document in accordance with the law.
This year, there will be some significant changes to the domestic abuse laws.
It has been announced by the Government that a temporary scheme designed to help home buyers will be made permanent.
Solicitors in North Wales are anticipating a rise in first time buyers, due to new ways that mortgage affordability could be calculated.