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Modernising Wills Law: Critical changes to undue influence and knowledge and approval
As a contentious private client solicitor, I have seen firsthand the devastating impact that disputed wills can have on families. The emotional toll of challenging a loved one's will is...
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Myth busting Inheritance Tax and The Archers: farming, family, and misunderstandings
The BBC Radio 4 drama The Archers is now weaving upcoming changes to inheritance tax (IHT) into its storylines, offering listeners a realistic portrayal of how policy shifts may affect...
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Scam email alert
An individual has been sent an email from a Stephen Norwood demanding money for unpaid digital artwork. This email appends the profile and a photograph of a partner at Blake...
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Client Success Insights: Neil Percival – from family firm to global aviation success
When Neil Percival joined his parents’ business in 1985, he couldn’t have known just how far it would go. What began as a modest sales agency for US aerospace companies...
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Employment Law Newsletter – Spring 2025
Welcome to our bumper edition of the Spring newsletter. As can be seen, it has been an extremely busy few months. From the significant Supreme Court judgment about the legal...
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The Government’s plans for major immigration reforms
The Government published its white paper on proposals for the reform of the current Immigration Rules on 12 May 2025. This follows hot on the heels of big changes to...
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How do I apply for a Child Arrangements Order?
Separating from your child’s parent can be emotionally difficult. If you have tried speaking between yourselves, perhaps mediation or other approaches, and still can’t agree the future arrangements for where...
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Supreme Court decides that legal definition of “woman” refers to biological sex
In a decision that attracted considerable media attention, the Supreme Court held that the legal definitions of “woman”, “man” and “sex” in the Equality Act 2010 refer to biological sex....
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Blake Morgan’s Reading office partners with Sport in Mind: a perfect match of values and vision
Blake Morgan’s Reading office has proudly announced Sport in Mind as its chosen office charity – a decision that reflects a deep alignment of values, purpose, and community spirit.
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School Estate Management Standards: raising the bar for children’s safety at school
It has been widely reported in the media that approximately 700,000 children are being taught in school buildings which are unsafe or ageing and which require major repairs. Figures like...
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Inheritance Tax: Residence Nil Rate Band in the UK explained
The Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) is an inheritance tax allowance available on death when an estate includes a residence owned by the deceased and the residence is inherited by...
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Tax reporting for simple and complex estates
During the course of administering an estate, the focus of executors and their professional advisers is mainly on paying any inheritance tax (“IHT”) due and getting clearance from HMRC, whereby...
