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Supreme Court clarifies the law on part-time worker discrimination claims

Ed McFarlane
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The Supreme Court has ruled today in Augustine v Data Cars Limited giving clarity on when part-time workers can claim discrimination. The question was whether they had to show that the reason for their treatment was solely or mainly because they were...

ACAS Draft Disciplinary and Grievance Code: Key Changes Employers Need to Know

Ed McFarlane
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ACAS has produced a draft of its new code of practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures , which is open to consultation until 23 rd September 2026. After that the final code will be put before Parliament for approval and it is likely to come into...

When trust goes wrong: why choosing your attorney matters as much as making an LPA

Chris  Ellison
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A recent court case involving misuse of millions of pounds of family wealth has provided a stark reminder for managing financial affairs: choosing the right person is critical.  Daughter Sandra Thomas used her authority under a Lasting Power of...

Countdown for companies on new accounting submission rules

Anna  Horrell
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Businesses have been given an extended deadline to prepare for major changes to the way company accounts are filed with Companies House, but advisers are warning against leaving preparation for the transition too late. The reforms, introduced under the ...

Succession planning for business and agricultural assets: where things stand in 2026

Claire Clarke
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Handing on a family business or a farm is rarely just a financial transaction. It is about protecting something built over years, often generations, while ensuring the people who depend on it are secure and that the tax bill does not force a sale. Recent...

Coercive Control: What Is It?

Rachel MacLean
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Domestic abuse is not always physical. Some of the most damaging forms of abuse leave no bruises and never culminate in a single dramatic incident. They build slowly, over months or years, as one person tightens control over another's daily life. This...

New Sleaford Office

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Chattertons is delighted to confirm the relocation of our Sleaford office to newly refurbished premises in the heart of the town centre, effective 29 June 2026 . This strategic move marks an exciting step forward as we continue to invest in delivering...

Conveyancing searches: what are they, and do you need them?

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Buying a property is one of the largest financial commitments most people will make, and much of the work that protects that commitment happens out of sight. Among the least understood parts of the process are "searches". They rarely involve the...

Injury Awareness Week 2026: Supporting Your Right to Compensation

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Injury Awareness Week (22–26 June) highlights an issue many people never consider until it affects them personally: the life‑changing impact of being injured through negligence . When someone is injured because another person or organisation...

Chattertons acquires Double & Megson

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Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management has announced the acquisition of Double & Megson Solicitors, effective 1 July 2026, a move that further accelerates the firm’s expansion across Lincolnshire and the East Midlands. The deal is part...