Lisa’s Law welcomes three new staff members to the firm
We are delighted to welcome three new staff members to Lisa’s Law Solicitors. Raymond, Sherry, and Issac all have extensive legal experience and bring a great deal of expertise to the firm. We are looking forward to their contributions to Lisa’s Law. So without further ado, let’s introduce you to each of our three […]
Exciting News: Applicants Now Eligible for 10 Year Settlement Despite Extended Absences!
If you have resided in the UK lawfully for 10 years then you are entitled to apply for settlement, commonly known as indefinite leave to remain. Meeting certain criteria, such as passing the Life in the UK test is essential, along with ensuring that your absences from the UK don’t exceed specific limits. So, when […]
Child custody – how is child arrangement decided?
When a couple decides to separate or divorce, a top priority should be the welfare of any children involved. In a high number of cases, this factor can leave parents at odds with each other and unable to agree on who should take custody of the child. Child custody is therefore a key consideration for […]
Ground rent “not necessary” says CMA – will it be abolished for all leases?
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has recently published its response to a government consultation examining ground rent reforms for existing leasehold properties. The CMA has concluded that ground rent is neither “legally nor commercially necessary”. They also stated that they do not see any “persuasive evidence that consumers received anything in return”. In […]
Can a small takeaway business obtain a sponsor licence ?
We receive many enquiries from owners of small takeaways and restaurants asking if they can obtain a sponsor licence to hire staff from abroad. Many face difficulties in hiring staff from within the UK and require experienced hires from abroad for the recruitment of positions such as chefs. For a number of years there has […]
Statutory paternity leave requirements to change from April 2024 – what are the differences?
Having a child can be both one of the most rewarding times in a parent’s life, but as many parents will tell you, it can also be a time of stress and exhaustion. The aim of maternity and paternity leave is to try and alleviate this. Recently, the British government submitted a bill to Parliament […]
Marks and Spencer defeats government in High Court battle over controversial redevelopment of its flagship store
The iconic British retailer, Marks and Spencer, has won a High Court legal battle against the government over their decision to reject the retailer’s planning application. The High Court ruled that the decision of the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Secretary, Michael Gove, to reject the development of the M&S flagship store was unlawful. The […]
Home Office pilot scheme breached UK data protection law
The information commissioner’s office (ICO)has issued an enforcement notice and a warning to the Home Office for failing to sufficiently assess the data protection risks arising from the GPS electronic monitoring of migrants who have entered the UK illegally. This follows the launch of a Home Office pilot scheme to place ankle tags and track […]
Changes to restrict short-term lets announced
The Department for Levelling Up has recently announced changes to housing rules for short-term lets. This action follows growing concern about local residents being forced out of their community by people turning their properties into Airbnb holiday rentals in tourist areas of the country. This was seen by many as a good way of making […]
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt Announces 2024 Spring Budget
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt has today delivered the 2024 Spring Budget, announcing a range of measures designed to both boost a UK economy currently in recession, as well as attract voters for this year’s upcoming general election. But what measures did the Chancellor announce? Let’s take a look at the major […]
