Solicitors have “higher hurdle to jump” than barristers
The process of judicial recruitment has come under fire following the latest episode of BBC Radio 4’s Law In Action in which a solicitor claimed they were told by several senior judges that “solicitors have a higher hurdle to jump than barristers” in securing a judicial appointment. Speaking to Joshua Rozenberg, presenter of the show […]
Law Society responds to Spring Statement
Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, delivered his Spring Statement in Parliament on Wednesday in what has been described as a “mini-budget”. The Chancellor brought welcome tax relief across several areas of the economy, though some have suggested the measures do not go far enough amidst the current economic climate. Announcements from Sunak included: The […]
Silverstone Auctions find rare By-Van
Silverstone Auctions is to offer a rare and curious By-Van in their next stand-alone auction of Classic Motorcycles. This recently discovered house clearance gem was launched by the Turner Manufacturing Company in the late 1940s under the new “Light Delivery Vehicles” banner, as an alternative to a van for smaller businesses and sole traders. The […]
Inheritance disputes set to rise, but Tower Street Finance can help
A leading law firm reported on a recent case and found that Inheritance Act claims rose by 72% in 2021. On top of this, the cost of living is not helping the increase. This also correlates with research from Direct Line Insurance, which found one in four people would challenge a will if they were […]
