Half of dads experiencing discrimination after accepting parental leave
August 2019
A new investigation has found that around half of dads who have accepted their parental leave allocation have been discriminated against in the workplace.
Stepdaughters in inheritance dispute after couple found dead at home
July 2019
The stepdaughters of a couple who were found dead at their home are embroiled in a legal dispute over who is entitled to approximately £300,000 in inheritance.
Mortgage approvals rise in June, according to the latest data
July 2019
Mortgage approvals in the UK rose by 0.6 per cent between May and June, according to the latest home lending market monitor report published by chartered surveyors, e.surv.
Lasting Powers of Attorney – would additional safeguards prevent fraud?
July 2019
New proposals are being put forward which could provide additional safeguards during the process of putting in place a Lasting Power of Attorney.
Workers will receive compensation for lost shifts in Good Work Plan proposals
July 2019
Workers will receive compensation for lost shifts as a part of the Government’s Good Work Plan proposals.
What happens if I want to divorce amicably and start proceedings?
July 2019
If your marriage has irretrievably broken down and you wish to divorce your spouse, you will need to follow the divorce procedure below to legally end your marriage. At present in the UK, there is officially only one ‘ground’ for divorce, which is that your marriage has irretrievably broken down.
HSE release annual workplace fatality figures
July 2019
The Health and Safety executive has released its annual work related fatality report for 2018/19.
Government considering new paid paternity policy
July 2019
The Government is considering offering fathers 12 weeks’ paid paternity leave as one of Theresa May’s ‘legacy’ policies now that she has reached the end of her time as Prime Minister.
Government announce proposal to revamp sick pay eligibility
July 2019
The Government has announced new proposals that would see around two million low-paid workers receive statutory sick pay for the first time.
Academies told to justify ‘excessive’ pay
July 2019
Twenty eight academy trusts have been ordered to justify paying senior leaders in excess of £100,000.
