Reviewing your property portfolio plans? The government has recently hiked up the rates of both Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Stamp Duty, affecting those expanding or liquidating a property portfolio. The Stamp Duty payable on buy-to-let properties now starts at five percent and rises on higher value properties. Basic-rate taxpayers now pay CGT at 18% […]
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Fraud in the property sector is a larger problem than many people realise. Fraudsters generally aim to steal property by transferring its legal ownership. Alternatively they might take out a fraudulent mortgage on a property and then leave the owner saddled with the debt. Who is most at risk? Your property is potentially most at […]
The Government has published its response to the consultation on how zero-hours contract measures will apply to agency workers. These changes form part of a broader set of amendments to the Employment Rights Bill, which will be considered at the House of Commons report stage. The Bill already includes key proposals for low and zero-hours […]
This Update Your Will Week (3 – 9 March 2025), we are joining The Association of Lifetime Lawyers to raise awareness around the importance of keeping Wills up to date. A Will is not just a legal document – it is your voice, your wishes, and your legacy. Yet many people don’t realise the significance […]
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The Court of Appeal in the recent case of Higgs v Farmor’s School [2025] EWCA Civ 109 found that an employee dismissed in relation to gender critical media posts was directly discriminated against. Discover more about David Green The facts of the case The case concerned an employee, Mrs Higgs, who was employed by […]
Many Employers initial reaction to an employee pursuing an Employment Tribunal claim is to want to fight that claim no matter the cost. However, deciding to fight a claim is not just a question of the merits of any defence against that claim. It is also a question of the costs involved and the management […]
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In April 2025 businesses face significant new financial pressures with the increase in Employers National Insurance and the increase in the National Minimum Wage. There are already stories appearing in the press about some employers not recruiting, or not replacing employees who leave, and even contemplating redundancies as a way of saving money. If […]
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Rolled Up Holiday Pay In 2025, there are several crucial updates to UK employment law are on the horizon. Among these, the implementation of rolled up holiday pay is expected to have a significant impact on both employers and employees. This article delves into the nuances of rolled up holiday pay and best practices for […]
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Coinciding with mediation week, the Family Mediation Council has announced that the Government is extending the current voucher scheme, which can contribute up to £500 towards a family’s mediation costs, by a further 12 months. The Family Law team at Fraser Dawbarns often directs parents and spouses/partners towards mediation to try and reach a compromise, […]
Changes in the law governing the relationship between landlords and tenants are in the pipeline, primarily aimed at protecting tenants. Some are expected to be in force by the summer, perhaps earlier, others further down the line. David Moulton, who specialises in property litigation at Fraser Dawbarns, outlines key points for landlords to consider. The […]
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