A long-running divorce dispute between Petra Ecclestone – the millionaire heiress of Formula One billionaire Bernie Ecclestone – and her wealthy ex-husband James Stunt is beginning to draw to a close, following an important child custody ruling. ...
A woman was unfairly dismissed by a gambling operator after she refused to take a significant pay cut, reports have shown. Nicola Dinham was a store manager at a William Hill gambling outlet with around 20 years’ experience. In and around July 2016,...
Britain’s departure from the European Union (EU) could have an adverse effect on energy trading between the UK and the EU, a new report has warned. The comments, which come from the House of Lords’ EU Energy and Environment Sub-Committee,...
In recent days, concerns have been raised that a new-style divorce form which will ask separating couples to complete a ‘tick box’ questionnaire could complicate the divorce process. Campaigners have warned that the new ten-page form –...
More than half (51 per cent) of transgender (trans) people have hidden their identity at work for fear of discrimination, according to LGBT charity Stonewall. The organisation said its poll has revealed the “shocking impact of widespread...
The Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association (ADBA) has launched a new AD certification scheme aimed at supporting operators of AD plants. The trade body said the voluntary scheme would improve the operational, environmental and health and safety...
Farmers who are looking to re-mortgage their properties are being urged not to “bury their heads in the sand” and leave vital work to the last minute. Expert agricultural lawyer Alexandra Phillips has sounded the financial alert saying it...
Two women have become embroiled in a complicated legal wrangle over a businessman’s multi-million pound fortune. Baldev Kohli, an Indian mogul, had left his entire wealth to his long-time wife, Harjeet Kaur Kohli, when he lost his battle with...
The BBC has recently reported that their survey found 70% of respondents (1,009 woman aged 50 and 60) did not tell their bosses they were experiencing symptoms from the menopause, mainly because many find it a taboo subject. The menopause occurs in all...
Those thinking of changing or updating their wills are being advised on the importance of leaving a letter of wishes or a ‘witness statement’ to help overcome any future family dispute. Specialist wills and probate lawyer Andrew Chandler has...
A new study suggests that millions of Britons are confused about the laws governing marriage and Wills in England and Wales. According to research carried out by Macmillan Cancer Support, almost half (42 per cent) of Britons do not have a valid Will in...
A former worker of The Royal British Legion was unfairly dismissed, an Employment Tribunal has ruled, after it became apparent that the charity’s HR team had mishandled the employee’s concerns. The Court heard how Carolyn Bickerstaff, who left...
A new report published by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in recent days suggests that the cost of generating power from either onshore wind or solar energy has plummeted dramatically in recent years. According to IRENA’s Renewable...
The Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 provides residential flat owners (i.e. the leaseholders) with the right to extend their lease provided certain conditions are satisfied. It is important to remember that one disadvantage of owning...
In the case of Rochford v WNS Global Services, Mr Rochford was employed by WNS Global Services (WNS) as a Vertical Sales Lead from July 2011 until the termination of his employment on 9 th April 2013. Mr Rochford was a senior member of staff and received...
Well over half of all UK adults have yet to prepare a Will, a new survey by a leading charity has revealed. The poll of 2,000 adults, carried out by Macmillan Cancer Support, suggested that two thirds were yet to set their affairs in order. While older...
A £2.7 million divorce settlement previously awarded to the husband of a wealthy businesswoman has been slashed by thousands of pounds following a fresh hearing at the Court of Appeal. Successful City trader Julie Arnold originally divorced her...
A former AA boss, who was sacked in July for assaulting a colleague, will take his case to an Employment Tribunal, it has been reported . AA said it was “astonished” at the legal claim brought by ex-chairman Bob Mackenzie. Mr Mackenzie’s...
New research has revealed that low-carbon and renewable energy sources accounted for more than half of all electricity generated in the UK last year. According to data published by Carbon Brief last week, a combination of renewables and nuclear power...
Calls to reform divorce laws in England and Wales continue to pick up speed after a former High Court judge voiced his concerns in The Times in recent days. Former Judge-turned-campaigner Sir Paul Coleridge has said that there is a ‘pressing...
Around half of employees will look for a new job in 2018 because their wellbeing is not being looked after, a new survey has revealed. HR firm Investors in People, which published the report, found that poor management, feeling undervalued, and a lack of...
How to seek a refund on faulty items – consumer rights to refunds Q. When might I be entitled to a refund? A. Any item you purchase must be: 1) of satisfactory quality 2) fit for purpose and 3) match its description. Examples may be where the goods...