Ernesto Colicci died unexpectedly on 18 January 2021 at the age of 66. Ernesto and his first wife Josephine married in 1982 and set up a business selling ice-cream from vans which grew over time to operating catering outlets in public places. A company was incorporated in 2003 and the business transferred into it. The shares in the business were held equally by Ernesto and Josephine.

Defra has launched its latest policy paper ‘Unleashing Rural Opportunity’ containing, among other suggestions, five key planning proposals designed to help grow the rural economy. However, most organisations with knowledge of, and support for, thriving rural communities are likely to find the government’s proposals too cautious.

In a recent article Iris Jones, 83, spoke about how she had dumped her toyboy husband aged 37.

Welcome to our October 2024 Employment Law Update!

According to the latest set of statistics from the Office for National Statistics, the proportion of people in a relationship and cohabiting has increased from 19.7% in 2012 to 22.7% in 2022, a trend that looks set to continue. Although there are many reasons why people in long term relationships choose to not to marry it is likely that only a few have considered the legal implications of not doing so.

Spring is a season of new beginnings and fresh starts. It is also the perfect time for us to reassess and renew our estate planning. Just as spring lambs represent new life, our children are normally our most precious “assets” and it’s essential to ensure their future is secure. One of the best ways to do this is through the preparation of a Will, with particular attention to the appointment of guardians for our little ones.

As the summer holidays are fast approaching, many parents find themselves navigating the arrangements for their children. It can be a challenging time for separated parents, but it can also be a time of joy and relaxation for parents and children.

With the government’s promise to amend planning regulations to speed up the building of new housing, there will be renewed interest among farmers and landowners in exploring whether they have suitable land for development. However, what cannot be overlooked is the possibility that the land may be subject to a restrictive covenant.

Flora Patalane, Solicitor in our Commercial team discusses the importance of a company taking ESG into account to allow for success and sustainability.

There have been a number of cases over the last few years which impact upon the enforceability of restrictive covenants, whether imposed or not by Local Authorities, and the powers of Local Authorities (and individuals) in relation thereto.