Butterworths Solicitors

The emergency measures put in place to reduce the backlogging of court cases suggest that the government was wrong to close so many courts, MPs have said in a report on the impact of COVID-19. The Commons’ J […]

Starting this week, the Land Registry has said that they will accept electronic signatures that are witnessed for the transfer of property ownership, mortgages, and leases. This approach will pave the way for the […]

Wills can soon be witnessed over Skype or Zoom as the government overhauls probate legislation as a result of COVID-19. A new statutory instrument will allow Wills to be witnessed remotely here in England and […]

What is a lifetime mortgage?
A lifetime mortgage is a way to release tax-free equity from your home. As it is simply a loan against the value of your home, you retain the ownership. Once you clear any other […]

The stamp duty holiday was announced by the chancellor not too long ago. Usually in England, you would be expected to pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on increasing portions of a property’s price above £ […]

From 24 July shoppers will be required to wear masks in shops and supermarkets or face a fine of £100. Face coverings will also be mandatory on public transport in Wales on 27 July. The same will not apply to […]

Many have been concerned about their health during the coronavirus pandemic. This has led to an influx in particularly vulnerable people making Wills and codicils. Whilst it’s easy to rush to put pen to paper it w […]

The regulatory framework of cosmetic treatments
Cosmetic treatments are becoming commonplace as the industry develops. It’s clear that the regulation framework for these products is not working. Before the p […]

Ministers face legal challenge after refusing an inquiry into the PPE deficit
Ministers are currently facing legal challenge after refusing to order an investigation into the shortage of Personal Protection […]

The proposed legislation and how it affects divorces
Proposed legislation could be close to receiving royal assent as it makes it way through the next stage of Parliamentary procedure today. The Divorce, […]

Why should I consider Equity Release?
Picture this, you are close to retirement and struggling for cash (or you simply want to a more comfortable requirement) and own your own home. Equity release is simply a […]

COVID-19 and the travel sector
Since the coronavirus emerged, there has been one theme prevalent amongst the consumer columns. That question is ‘why is my airline refusing to give me a refund?’ The answer is tha […]