Probate Changes
As of January 2025 changes in the UK’s inheritance tax (IHT) laws are set to impact probate processes, particularly concerning non-UK domiciled individuals. Here’s an overview of the key updates: …
Legal Landscape 2025
The legal landscape in the UK faces several challenges in 2025, driven by economic pressures, regulatory changes, and societal transformations. These challenges affect individuals, businesses, and the legal profession. Here’s …
Legal News at the Beginning of 2025
As of January 2025, several significant legal changes are set to take effect in the United Kingdom, impacting various sectors. Here’s an overview of the key updates: 1. Employment Law 2. Competition …
Safeguarding and Vulnerable Adults
Safeguarding vulnerable adults refers to protecting individuals who are at risk of harm, abuse, or exploitation due to their age, disability, mental health, or other vulnerabilities. Vulnerable adults are those …
Data Protection and Privacy
Data protection and privacy continue to be critical issues in the UK, as evolving technology and rising concerns over cybersecurity and surveillance push legal frameworks to adapt. Since leaving the …
Human Rights Act 1998
The UK government’s proposal to replace the Human Rights Act 1998 (HRA) with a “British Bill of Rights” has sparked significant debate, particularly over its impact on human rights protections. The HRA incorporated the European …