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Use it or lose it – ‘Right to Regenerate’ consultation issued by Housing Secretary
I was particularly interested by the Housing Secretary’s recent announcement of a consultation on the possibility of the public being able to convert vacant plots of land and derelict buildings into new homes or community spaces. The proposal, which was released on 16th January under the headline “Rights to Regenerate”, would see underused / unused…
Read MoreRDP Private Client team announced as finalist in Wales Legal Awards
RDP Law, the leading regional law firm based in Langstone, Newport has been recognised for its outstanding private client services in the 2019 Wales Legal Awards. The firm’s private client team led by Director Sioned Thomas has been chosen as a finalist in the ‘Private Client Team of the Year’ category, a category that recognises…
Read More2021. Starting the Year Right.
After a tumultuous 2020, the start of a new year brings hope of a fresh start and better times in 2021. Looking to the future has never been more important, and the new year is the perfect time to consider your future and the future of your loved ones. Katie Kenealy, an Affiliate of the…
Read MoreRDP Flies Flag for Wales in Japan
Dr Kerry Beynon, Partner at leading regional law firm RDP Law, is set to attend a top Cyber Security event in Tokyo on 27th February 2019. The ‘Cyber Security Forefront in Wales, UK’ event is supported by the Welsh Government and aims to position Wales as the centre for cyber security study and practice globally.…
Read MoreDo-Not-Attempt-Resuscitation (DNAR) orders, have you had the conversation with your loved ones?
A recent investigation carried out by the Care Quality Commission into the controversial application of Do-Not-Attempt-Resuscitation (DNAR) orders on care home residents during the pandemic has highlighted the importance of thinking ahead and putting in place a Lasting Power of Attorney for Health and Welfare. The leading independent organisation, Solicitors for the Elderly, have indicated…
Read MoreRDP Announces New Partner and Launches Niche New Services
Newport law firm RDP Law has welcomed Kerry Beynon as a partner. Dr Beynon will head up RDP’s commercial / corporate team and will spearhead the launch of the firm’s new Intellectual Property and Data Protection services. Dr Beynon, a key influencer in her field, speaks internationally on the subjects of Data Protection and Cyber…
Read More‘Lasting Powers of Attorney for Health & Welfare’ and the huge importance they can carry in today’s world
The story of a 73 year old daughter who was arrested after she tried to remove her 97 year old mother from a care home prior to lockdown coming into effect in England, has highlighted the importance of having appropriate Lasting Powers of Attorney in place. Ylenia Angeli, the daughter of Tina Thornborough, had been…
Read MoreConnecting local businesses through the Welsh language
A new, free business networking event will be taking place in Newport on 29 November but with a twist. The event, organised jointly by RDP Lawyers and the Cymraeg Byd Busnes project, will be a chance for professional people to socialise and make business connections through the medium of Welsh. The event is the brainchild…
Read MoreRDP Law Listed in UK’s Leading Legal Guide
RDP has once again been named in The Legal 500, a highly acclaimed list of recommended law firms and solicitors across the UK. More than four million users visit The Legal 500 website each year, with the guide offering those buying legal services in the UK, reliable and up-to-date information on law firms. RDP’s agriculture…
Read MoreRDP Director in the TSR Spotlight
Each month TSR Legal explores the legal industry interviewing people who work in different areas of law and gauging their experience and insight. TSR Legal meets James Davies, Director and Practice Manager at RDP Law This Month we are interviewing James Davies, Head of RDP’s real estate team. James acts for a wide range of…
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