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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…

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…

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…

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…

The recent announcement by the UK government (on 25th July 2020) confirming that temporary legislation has been introduced allowing people to virtually witness wills has been welcomed by Private Client practitioners. The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the difficulties faced by people who wished to make a will during the unprecedented time of lockdown, and the need…

RDP’s Head of Agriculture and Private Client, Sioned Thomas answers some of the common questions asked around Succession Planning. 1. What is Succession Planning? A succession plan is a long-term plan about the future of the farming business, the goals and vision of the business and a plan on how to achieve them. It forms…

Our private client specialists consider some of the common queries families have on Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Probate whilst in lockdown. 1. My aunt is self-isolating, doesn’t have internet banking and is unable to get to the bank. With her permission can I carry out her banking and manage her financial affairs at…

Given the current circumstances, many commercial tenants are expected to suffer from reduced turnover and increased cash flow problems. There is now a considerable strain on corporate occupiers of leasehold premises, particularly in the retail and leisure sector. The true economic impact caused by COVID-19 on the country is unprecedented and its impact on the…

Residential tenants already benefit from quite favourable statutory protection. However, given the current circumstances with many tenants struggling more than ever with meeting their monthly rental commitments, COVID-19 has resulted in an unprecedented set of changes to better protect residential tenants in a time where Government and the court service has prioritised ensuring that tenants…