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How to approach redundancy during furlough
The government decision to extend the furlough scheme until March 2021, may have saved many businesses from having to make redundancies for now but inevitably we will see a rise in redundancies as the extended scheme comes to an end next year. In addition those employers that had made the difficult decision to make staff…
Placing a loved one in a care home during Covid-19
In these uncertain times many people are understandably worried about elderly or vulnerable relatives currently in care homes and keeping them safe. But what should family members do if they need to place a loved one in a care home at this time? Kate Norris from our Later Life Team discusses some points to consider….
How can Lasting Powers of Attorney protect my business?
As a result of COVID-19 outbreak, 2020 has been extremely difficult for many businesses, and have left many considering whether they have adequate protection in place to protect their business in the future. It is, of course, important to put a Will in place to ensure your business can function should the worst happen. However,…
What are the prospects for the Bath property market in 2021?
What will be the impact from Lockdown 2.0 & increased home working? How will the Stamp Duty holiday affect valuations & transactions before it closes in March? Listen to our experts Alison Treble & Patrick Brady discussing all things property, in our latest Bath Life Business Surgery
Spike in divorce as Brexit deadline gets closer
At 11pm on 31 December 2020 we leave the EU and as a result our ability to use the “first in time” rule. This rule currently provides that where there are competing petitions for divorce in two members states the first to court wins. London has long been acknowledged as “the divorce capital of the…
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme extended to March 2021
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) – better known as the furlough scheme – has been extended following the announcement of a new national lockdown until the end of March 2021. Employment Partner, Sean McDonough outlines the key points of the extended scheme in his latest article. How will it work? Under the terms of…
COVID-19 UPDATE FOR MOGERS DREWETT CLIENTS
Following the Government’s announcement regarding a second National lockdown commencing Thursday 5th November, we want to reassure our clients and professional partners that it remains business as usual for everyone at Mogers Drewett. Our absolute number one priority is the safety of both our clients and staff and following a comprehensive review of our Covid…
How does Child Residency work when separating?
Family solicitor, Simon Walker answers questions about how child residency works in his latest podcast. Listen to Simon discuss – Who will my child live with if we separate? How does child residency work? How often am I allowed to see my child? . How does Child Custody work when separating
PRACTICAL TIPS FOR MANAGERS TO SUPPORT EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLBEING
As we approach a second lockdown and employees return to working from home, HR Consultant Lucy Cotterell offers some guidance and tips aimed at helping managers to ensure they can support their team’s health and well-being. With the Centre for Mental Health charity predicting that up to 10 million people (almost 20% of the population)…
WATCH SEAN MCDONOUGH & LUCY COTTERELL IN THE LATEST BATH LIFE EMPLOYMENT & HR BUSINESS SURGERY
As we enter our second lockdown, Sean and Lucy discuss what businesses need to do now to comply with the latest government restrictions as well as how to reassure their teams as remote working becomes the norm again and much, much more in the latest Bath Life Business Surgery. If you would benefit from some…