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Surrogacy law reforms The landscape for people seeking to build a family has shifted over the years, and it’s not unusual that the use of a surrogate…

What is a Tyneside Flat? Tyneside flats are mostly common in the North East of England and have been present in the area since the 1860s. These types of flats…

Arrangements for pets upon separation When a couple separates, there are many things to sort out; arrangements for the children, the family home, adjusting to a new…

Putting the boot in: football banning orders As we enter the second half of the 2022/2023 football season, every match could be one that can make or break a season….

What is Legal Aid? Legal Aid is state funding of the costs of an individual’s legal case. Since the introduction of the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act…

Private life applications on the basis of 20 years’ long residence in the UK Length of residence in UK For many years it has been possible to apply for permission to…

The UK Leasehold mess: plans for change The Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove has this week (31 Jan 2023) committed to redesigning the “outdated,…

What is a nearest relative? If you have a relative who has been detained under the Mental Health Act 1983, you may have been contacted by mental…

Family Mediation Week 2023 Separating parents are increasingly urged to avoid courtroom conflict, and parents are being asked to consider an alternative dispute resolution option such as Mediation. Many mediation…

What can I do when my relationship with family members has broken down? Another day and another headline about the fractured relationship between Prince Harry and the Royal Family. We…