Month: February 2025
Are you a commercial landlord with a vacant property?
If you walk down your local high street, you might notice an increasing number of empty shops. In fact, over 9% of the UK’s high street units have been vacant for more than a year, partly due to rising rents and the shift towards online shopping. To combat this, the government introduced legislat....
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The Commercial Property team – how can they help you?
Our Commercial Property team is here to help individuals and businesses achieve their commercial property goals. Whether you are a commercial landlord, tenant, developer, surveyor or agent, Attwaters Jameson Hill’s lawyers can support, advise and work with you to service your commercial property ....
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What are digital assets and why should you include them in your Will?
If you have a social media account, use online banking, or subscribe to a music service such as Spotify, you are the proud owner of a digital asset. But have you included them in your Will? This post explains why it’s essential to create a plan for your digital estate. What are....
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Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act: what you need to know
From 3 March 2025, key parts of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 come into effect, making it easier for leaseholders in England and Wales to take control of their buildings through the Right to Manage (RTM). The Government has said these measures are intended to “improve the lives of....
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Hertfordshire and Essex – thriving business hubs
When producing our Private Wealth Guide, we always enjoy the opportunity to discover more about Essex and Hertfordshire’s thriving business environments – and this year is no exception. Recent data highlights that these two counties continue to play a vital role in the UK’s economic landscape....
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Inquest concludes multiple failings and neglect contributed to death of a patient under section
Mirren Gidda was instructed by Goksel Karova of Attwater Jameson Hill solicitors to represent the family of Margaret Mary Picton, known as Rita, who, in the early hours of 10 September 2022, was taken to Leigh Moss Hospital in Liverpool under section 3 of the Mental Health Act 1983. Rita displayed ....
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Amendment to the National Planning Policy Framework
The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is a critical document for anyone involved in development in England. This post details a recent change to the NPPF and explains what it means for development in the grey belt. What is the National Planning Policy Framework? The NPPF sets out ....
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Foreign assets in a Will – what you need to know
In recent years, it has become increasingly common to own assets in multiple countries. While global diversification can be beneficial to your investment portfolio and estate, dealing with foreign assets in a Will can be complex. At Attwaters Jameson Hill, we understand the intricacies of managing ....
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John le Carré’s legacy and the benefits of tax-efficient planning
The Times recently reported that John le Carré’s children have offset their Inheritance Tax bill by donating their late father’s literary archive, valued at £1.5 million, to the University of Oxford’s Bodleian Library. At Attwaters Jameson Hill, we believe this is a prime example of the adv....
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