Probate service confirms 12-week processing time for online applications

The Probate Service has confirmed that the average processing time for online applications is currently 12 weeks, with longer wait times for complex cases. Common causes of delays include application errors and missing documentation. Want to know more about probate? Read more on what the process involves and how Thomas Dunton Solicitors can help you […]

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No mention of Inheritance Tax in the Budget

Inheritance Tax (IHT) was notably absent from the Spring Budget, despite speculation that the elimination of tax was on the cards. Contrary to the IHT speculation, Chancellor Hunt announced several other key fiscal measures. One of the moves is a 2p reduction in workers’ National Insurance, dropping the rate from 10% to 8%. And, with […]

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Do you know what conveyancing is?

National Conveyancing Week has begun. But do you know what conveyancing actually is? National Conveyancing Week is an annual event that aims to increase awareness of the conveyancing process among UK consumers, as well as impove understanding of what conveyancers do, where to find conveyancing services and what to expect from the conveyancing process. In […]

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The Body Shop admits breaking employment law in mass-firing

The Body Shop has admitted to breaking employment law by dismissing hundreds of employees without notice or redundancy packages. The sudden mass-firing has left many employees in financial distress and even included women on maternity leave, who will now only receive government maternity pay. Many questions have been raised about the company’s ethical values. The […]

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Have you signed up for our free legal talk yet?

In a little over two weeks our partners, Maria James (family law) and Catherine Crabtree (wills and probate), will be hosting our next free legal talk at Orpington Library at 11am. In a very informal and audience-led session, we will be offering guidance on ‘finding the right solutions for you and your family’. Whether that’s […]

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New pilot to streamline court hearings for domestic abuse victims

Domestic abuse victims will no longer have to go through multiple court hearings due to a new pilot program set to be introduced this spring. Justice Minister Laura Farris announced that the program will “revolutionise the way domestic abuse cases are handled”, thanks to the introduction of domestic abuse protection orders. These orders will provide […]

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More than 500 businesses fail to pay minimum wage

More than 500 businesses, including Greggs and Harrods, failed to pay some of their employees the minimum wage, according to a list released by the Department for Business and Trade. The analysis, which covers breaches between 2015 and 2023, shows that recruitment agency Staffline topped the list for failing to pay 36,767 workers correctly, while […]

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Divorce rates hit record low despite introduction of ‘no fault’ laws

Divorce rates in England and Wales have reached their lowest level since 1971, despite the introduction of “no fault divorce” laws. According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics, there were 80,057 divorces granted in 2022, down almost 30% compared to the previous year. It was widely thought that, by introducing the […]

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Government guidance sets out fire and rehire rules

The government has announced new measures around the use of fire and rehire practices. Subject to parliamentary approval, the new code, which has been drawn up by the Department for Business and Trade, will give employment tribunals the power to apply an uplift of up to 25% of a person’s compensation through any unreasonable lack […]

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Fifth of millennials relying on parents to help secure their home

With high house prices, rising interest and mortgage rates, and a cost-of-living crisis to contend with, more and more people are finding it harder to get onto the property ladder. It’s therefore unsurprising that financial gifts from family members are becoming increasingly popular. According to new research from property lender, Together: – A fifth of […]

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