Bank of England raises interest rates to 0.75%
The monetary policy committee of the Bank of England raised interest rates from 0.5% to 0.75% on Thursday in a move to combat the escalating cost of living in the UK. This is the third interest rate rise in four months and takes rates to their highest level since the beginning of the pandemic. This […]
Cafcass to trial new child arrangements process
Cafcass has announced it is set to trial a new process to help separated families to agree arrangements for their children. This new process, which will be trialled in Dorset, will alter Child Arrangements Orders and certain other proceedings. It aims to improve the experiences of the children and families involved. In particular, it will […]
Government unveils plans to expand legal aid eligibility
A consultation on the legal aid means test was launched by the UK government earlier this week (15 March). The Law Society of England and Wales has welcomed the proposals to expand legal aid eligibility, stating that they are “a substantial step in the right direction”. The changes to the legal aid means test will […]
Law firm announces “holistic” advice service to help clients navigate relationship breakdown
Law firm Burgess Mee has launched “The Cross Check” to offer clients holistic advice on navigating the legal, financial and emotional aspects of relationship breakdown. Burgess Mee Family Law have announced the launch of The Cross Check, a comprehensive and cost-effective package of expert advice to provide clients with clarity and understanding as to their […]
