Extended Relief for Companies to 31 December 2020

Earlier this year, we reported on the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill 2020 (CIGA 2020). This article can be found here. CIGA 2020 made critical changes to the Insolvency Act 1986 and the Companies Act 2006 in light of the COVID-19 pandemic to help companies....

New SDLT charge for Non-UK Residents

On 8 July 2020, the Chancellor announced plans for temporary reduced rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) until 31 March 2021. This change has been well-publicised and has undoubtedly led to a “conveyancing boom”, with transaction levels very high at the moment. On 20...

Chancellor announces the Government’s Winter Economy Plan

On Thursday 24 September 2020, Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered the Government’s Winter Economy Plan. Here is our summary of the key points: Emergency jobs scheme The job support scheme will replace the furlough scheme (which will come to an end on 31 October 2020)...

Invest your time wisely by making a Will

Article written by Charlotte Mandy, Solicitor, Private Client department The recent case of Barkatali v Davies [2020] EWHC 753 (Ch) highlights again the importance of having a well prepared and valid Will when you die to avoid your loved ones from being left without...