How Santa deals with all that sticky tape…

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]At this time of year, if you mention red tape you probably think of the sticky stuff you’re putting on your parcels ready to go under the tree. But outside the festive season, it’s more likely to make you think about all those rules and regulations that seem to make life so complicated. So … Read more

Victory for property developers in sewage dispute

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]A judgment of the Supreme Court will be welcomed by all property developers, particularly those involved in large scale sites. In Barratt Homes Ltd v Dwr Cymru Cyfyngedig (Welsh Water) the Supreme Court held that a sewerage undertaker had no power to refuse to allow a property developer to choose where to connect his … Read more

“Buyer beware” drive for Internet shoppers

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]In the week that is set to be boom time for online Christmas shopping, experts are warning consumers to watch out when they shop. It is predicted that Christmas shoppers will spend £4000 every second buying presents on the Internet, making mid December the busiest time of the year for online shopping. So it’s … Read more

Banks off the hook – but some customers win too

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]The banking industry breathed a sigh of relief this week when the tide finally turned for them and the Supreme Court ruled in their favour in a test case on overdraft charges. However it could turn out to be in the public interest in the long run. Whilst it’s disappointing for the customers who … Read more

Claw Back on Tips Gets Customer Criticism

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Restaurants are following the letter of the law in implementing new rules on tipping, which are designed to boost wages for waiting staff, but many are ignoring the spirit of the legislation and charging staff an administration charge for tips left on credit cards. It’s a move that’s earning negative publicity amongst customers for … Read more

Back off on Bullying or Else…

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]With research showing that bullying at work is soaring, employment experts are encouraging companies to tackle workplace bullying, as part of National Ban Bullying Week 2009 (16th to 20th November). According to public sector union Unison, reports of bullying have doubled in the past decade and their survey of 7,000 workers found that more … Read more

Ruthin Office takes on another solicitor

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]A well known local solicitor has joined Gamlins following the demise of Abergele Solicitors, Messrs Dylan Rhys Jones (DRJ) who ceased trading on 30 September 2009. For Nia Lyon it will be business as usual as she starts work for Gamlins immediately. Nia, a Welsh speaker, who lives in Henllan, is well known locally … Read more

Jaw Jaw not Law Law

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Families are being urged to talk sooner, rather than fight later, following last week’s high profile case of disinherited university lecturer Christine Gill, who won back her family’s £2.3million farm when the court declared her mother’s will invalid. The outcome on this case is really the exception, not the rule. Generally it’s very expensive … Read more

Simplified System Will Safeguard Dementia Sufferers (Information as at October 2009)

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]One in three people over 65 will die with dementia and many are leaving it too late to appoint someone they trust to make decisions on their behalf. Latest statistics show that around two million people in England and Wales lack the mental capacity to make decisions for themselves and 15,000 people under the … Read more

Employers Must Get Set For New Sunshine Sickie Ruling

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] With a landmark European ruling allowing workers to claim back holidays lost due to sickness, employment law experts are urging employers to take the initiative in tackling the new requirements, to avoid being caught out. This is a new style of duvet day – a Sunshine Sickie ruling – that could cost businesses … Read more

Countdown Closing In For Companies Under New Rules

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]The clock is ticking for companies in the final countdown to the new Companies Act, which comes into effect on 1st October 2009 and will affect every company in the UK. This is the final stage of implementation for the 2006 Act, but many companies are still unaware of the impact of the new … Read more

Important changes to the National Minimum Wage

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Important changes to the National Minimum Wage are set to come into force on 1 October., Gamlins is advising all businesses that employ low-paid people, or have staff who receive tips from customers, to familiarise themselves with the changes. Firstly, the rates are going up for workers aged 22 or over, it will rise … Read more

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