New Section 21 and Section 8 Possession Notices

New section 21 and section 8 notices seeking possession have been produced by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (“MHCLG”) along with supplementary notes to accompany the section 21 notice. The updated forms make it clear that regardless of...

A toolkit for family breakdown in the lockdown

The coronavirus crisis is redefining lifestyles and the boundaries of our interactions; a situation that can challenge even the strongest bonds.  For couples who are struggling in their relationship, or trying to manage co-parenting, anxiety levels are likely to be...

Landlords must comply with latest energy standards

Landlords of residential property could face high fines if they do not meet the latest energy efficiency standards. On 1st April 2020, the latest stage of the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards was implemented, making it unlawful for landlords to continue domestic...

Locking up the legalities when planning ahead in the virus crisis

NHS workers fighting Covid-19 on the front line, together with the elderly and vulnerable, lie behind a huge spike in demand for will writing over recent weeks, according to the professional body for solicitors. The Law Society says many firms have reported a 30%...

Master of the Rolls Stays Existing Possession Proceedings

The Master of the Rolls has announced that all court proceedings for possession brought under CPR Part 55 and all proceedings seeking to enforce an order for possession by a warrant or writ of possession are stayed until 25 June 2020. On 27 March 2020 the Master of...