The Chancellor’s autumn statement ended with a flourish when Jeremy Hunt closed his speech by pulling a two per cent cut to the national insurance rate for employees out of…
The United Kingdom is set to witness significant changes in the Powers of Attorney landscape, with the introduction of a new bill. Estimated to come into effect around Autumn 2024,…
You will have been made aware of the Renters’ (Reform) Bill (the Bill), introduced to Parliament on 17 May with the stated aim of transforming the rental housing landscape in…
Seasonal agricultural work is an important part of the UK’s farming industry. It provides an opportunity for farmers to hire workers for a short period of time such as during…
Following a question from a client, this week’s update focuses on the old distinction between what assigning and novating a contract means. Assignment is the transfer of the benefit of…
New legislation to protect those who are pregnant or returned from maternity, shared parental or adoption leave came a step closer following a second reading in the House of Lords…
This year’s Spring statement saw Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in confident mood with jokes aplenty and a promise of bounty in his bucket to fill the holes in the economy. The…
Spire Solicitors LLP is proud to be associated with a brand-new initiative to improve the experience of home movers and professionals involved in the home moving process. National Conveyancing Week…
So, here’s the puzzle – it is recognised by most folk that the legal basis on which you are willing to do business with your customers should be one of…
Writing a will or updating an existing one should be considered whenever there is a significant life event. You may want to review your will when you have a child,…
Please consider the following simple question: ‘If a seller of a property agrees to pay somebody a fee for introducing a buyer on the basis of a certain sum, but…
Intellectual property is a key asset of a business and thus protecting your brand and trademarks is vital. Why register a Trade Mark? Registering your trade mark gives you the…
