Will They Won’t They?
By Ben Furlong, Managing Director Estatesearch Details of the first Labour budget in 14 years will be announced on 30 October 2024. Predications about changes which may concern private client solicitors could include proposed updates to inheritance tax (IHT), capital gains tax (CGT) and pensions which may influence advice given to clients regarding wealth management […]
Outdated law strips vulnerable patients of dignity in treatment – The Law Society
As the world marks World Mental Health Day today (10th October), the Law Society of England and Wales urges the UK government to modernise the Mental Health Act and give patients better access to justice and more control over their care. Law Society president Richard Atkinson said: “The current mental health legislation is undeniably outdated. […]
World Mental Health Day 2024 support network for solicitors’ mental health shines a spotlight on the importance of connection in the sector
For World Mental Health Day 2024, the solicitor’s charity is shining a spotlight on the importance of connection and support within the legal profession. The charity said ahead of the nationwide awareness day ‘we recognise that the challenges solicitors face can sometimes feel overwhelming. But, you don’t have to navigate tough times alone; we’re here […]
