Promotions announced at busy city law firm
Two promotions have been announced at a city law firm, where post lockdown residential sales are now flourishing.
Government publishes Planning White Paper
The Government has published a Planning White Paper called “Planning for the Future”, setting out proposals for “radical reform unlike anything we have seen since the Second World War”. Gemma Dudley of Hewitsons outlines its contents.
Update on Will signing rules
The Press has been speculating again recently about the Ministry of Justice and a possible change to the law concerning the rules on Will signing during the pandemic. Alexandra Francis of Hewitsons explains.
Running a business from home - the property issues?
With home working becoming the new normal for many, what considerations are there for those wishing to start up a new business or switch to running their business from home permanently? Sarah Baron of Hewitsons has some answers.
EMI Options: Working time requirements to exclude effects of coronavirus
At the end of June, a suite of changes to the Finance Bill 2020 were introduced, aimed at clarifying the tax effects of some of the Government's Coronavirus measures, says James Lawrence of Hewitsons.
Hewitsons award-winning corporate team acts in £14m sale of Elogbooks
The corporate team at Cambridge law firm Hewitsons has followed up its recent success at the Cambridgeshire Law Society Legal Excellence Awards with the completion of a high-profile local sale.
Extensions to planning permissions expiring during pandemic
In response to the development sector, the Government has published the Business and Planning Bill to extend planning permissions and listed building consents until 1 April 2021. Gemma Dudley of Hewitsons provides the details.
New Code of Practice for landlords and tenants
A Code of Practice has now been published to reinforce the importance of both landlords (Ls) and tenants (Ts), taking a collaborative approach to limit the damage resulting from the pandemic. At the moment it is merely voluntary and published as guidance only, however the guidance supplies details of best practices and should serve as a helpful basis for negotiating. Alex Messham of Hewitsons…
The clock is ticking: Landlords should be aware of the deadline to recover unpaid sums from previous tenants
In the current climate, there are many landlords that will not receive payment of the June quarter's rent and many who also did not receive payment of the rent due in March. Susanne Hinde of Hewitsons discusses the issues.
A fishy issue - Borwick Development Solutions v Clear Water Fisheries
In May 2020, in the case of Borwick Development Solutions Ltd v Clear Water Fisheries Ltd, the Court of Appeal considered whether the sale of a commercial fishery included the fish being farmed in the lakes at the time of sale, and whether the seller continued to enjoy any rights to the fish after the sale had completed. Patricia Kempson of Hewitsons outlines the case.
Secretary of State confirms the NPPF definition of 'Deliverable' is not a closed list
Cornerstone Barristers has recently reported (18 June 2020) that the Secretary of State has consented to judgment in an appeal under section 288 against an inspector’s decision that the definition of 'deliverable' in the Glossary to the NPPF is a 'closed list'.
Hewitsons helps the homeless
Hewitsons managing partner Colin Jones last week visited an initiative the firm is supporting which will provide micro-homes for homeless people in Cambridge.
Charity aspects of the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill
The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill was published and had its first reading in Parliament on 20 May 2020. Saffa Mir of Hewitsons talks about the implications for charities.
Hewitsons promotes high flyers
Law firm Hewitsons has promoted three high-flying lawyers from its private wealth team, based in Cambridge.
Hewitsons supports business community with its online event programme
The spirit of ‘business as normal’ throughout the pandemic continues at local law firm Hewitsons which has taken its programme of events, designed to support the local business community, online.
International law conference goes on!
LawExchange International (LEI), a global network of independent law firms, is to hold its regional European conference online this Thursday (21st May), hosted by Hewitsons.
Under the bonnet of the Charity Commission
The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee is undertaking an inquiry into the work of the Charity Commission. In response to questions posed by the Committee, the Commission has provided details of its current workloads and priorities. Hewitsons explains.
Coronavirus update - residential property market 'reopened'
In the latest change to the coronavirus regulations, the housing market in England has been ‘reopened’ by government today.
Government announces postponement to business rates revaluation
The government has announced that the revaluation of business rates will now take place in 2022 instead of 2021. According to the government, the postponement is aimed at helping “to reduce uncertainty for firms affected by the impacts of coronavirus”. Ceri Riddell of Hewitsons explains.
Landowner applications to divert public rights of way - what are the legal tests?
Landowners affected by a public right of way crossing their land can apply to the local highway authority for its diversion under section 119 of the Highways Act 1980. But what are the legal tests which landowners will need to meet? Brendon Lee of Hewitsons provides some answers.
Hewitsons offers insight into auction sales and purchases
The majority of residential property transactions are deals which are put together by an estate agent on the open market. However, what key points should you consider for an auction? Bradley Armorgie of Hewitsons provides some answers.
Hewitsons promotes leading residential lawyer
Hewitsons solicitors is delighted to announce that Clare Martin has been promoted to head of its residential property team.
Hewitsons congratulates qualifying solicitor
Cambridge law firm Hewitsons is delighted to announce that Karen Luxton-Walsh has qualified as a solicitor.
Cambridge law firm partners join Legal Hall of Fame
Two lawyers at Cambridge law firm Hewitsons have been inducted into the Legal 500 Hall of Fame, placing them among an elite group of individuals at the top of their respective practice areas.
COVID-19: Business survival tactics
The outbreak of COVID-19 poses not only a serious threat to the health of the UK, but also to the life of many businesses. Joe Greenstock of Hewitsons offers some advice...