Posts Tagged ‘Agriculture and Estates’
The Autumn Budget – What This Means For Farmers, Landowners And Business Owners
The 2024 Autumn Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, introduced significant changes to inheritance tax rules – particularly affecting Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR). These reforms are expected to have a major impact on farmers, landowners and business owners, sparking concern across rural communities. So, what do we know so far…
Read MoreThe Power of a Promise: How Proprietary Estoppel Shapes Property Rights
In the world of land law, there’s a common saying: “If it’s not in writing, it doesn’t exist”. Essentially, this means that for something to be legally binding, it will usually need to be written into a lease or contract. However, there is a useful exception to this rule known as proprietary estoppel. This doctrine…
Read MoreThe Autumn Budget 2024: What it means for you and your Estate Planning
On Wednesday 30th October, the delivery of the Autumn Budget 2024 saw the Chancellor Rachel Reeves announce major tax changes, most notably in relation to Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax. The changes are set to impact many, from farmers and business owners to bereaved families. RDP solicitor, Sam Saysell, summarises the major announcements that…
Read MorePrivate Client ‘Jargon Buster’
Explore and download our ‘Jargon Buster’ where we break down common legal terms used in will drafting, probate and estate administration to help you better understand and manage your legal matters. RDP Jargon Buster 2024 To discuss anything covered in this document with our Individuals team call 01633 413500.
Read MoreRDP Launches Comprehensive Mediation Service
Leading regional law firm RDP Law is pleased to announce the launch of its new mediation service, designed to offer businesses and individuals a more efficient, cost-effective, and amicable approach to resolving disputes. The mediation Service, spearheaded by experienced litigation solicitor and mediator Sarah Porter, provides an alternative to traditional litigation, focusing on collaboration and…
Read MoreSafeguard Your Future
A report by the Alzheimer’s Society revealed that it is projected that over 1 million people in the UK will be suffering with dementia by 2025. This means it is now more important than ever to ensure that that we plan for a time when we may no longer have the mental capacity to make…
Read MoreRDP Law Ranks in The Legal 500 2023 – Sioned Thomas Named as Leading Individual
Newport law firm RDP Law has once again ranked in The Legal 500, the internationally recognised guide to the leading law firms within the United Kingdom. The firm has been identified as a leader in three highly competitive areas: Agriculture and Estates, Commercial Property and, newly for RDP, Personal Tax, Trusts and Probate. Head…
Read MoreA New Dawn for Renewable Energy
Renewable energy – keeping on trend Renewable energy schemes have become an increasingly “on trend” subject for landowners and the agricultural community since the start of the Ukrainian crisis, with media reporting that it could herald a “new dawn” for renewable energy in Western Europe. We are seeing a substantial increase in schemes across the…
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