Autumn Budget Summary 2024

The arrival of a new Government and Chancellor has introduced a fresh approach to the UK’s fiscal policies, impacting both businesses and individuals who may need expert legal advice to navigate upcoming changes. In her first Budget, Rachel Reeves set forth a bold vision, declaring that her measures would lead to “an economy that is…

What is a Notary Public?

The Notaries Society has described notaries as representing, “the oldest and smallest branch of the legal profession in England and Wales”. Many notaries are also solicitors, but not all solicitors are qualified as notaries; there are approximately 775 notaries in England and Wales. A notary public is mostly concerned with authenticating and certifying signatures, documents…

The relief of Stamp Duty Land Tax is being tapered out with the biggest reduction ending on 30th June. How will this affect the Housing Market?

Stamp Duty Land Tax is currently only paid by buyers who are purchasing an English residential property which is valued above £500,000.  The Stamp Duty rate varies depending on the price of properties and the number of properties owned.  The SDLT Holiday which was due to end on 31st March 2021 has now been extended…