News and events

Charity Commission publishes its inquiry into the Kenya Community Support Network

The Charity Commission has recently published a decision in relation to an inquiry into Combined Funds Limited.

Temporary legislation extended for corporate bodies holding their AGMs between 26 March 2020 and 30 December 2020

And on it goes…forfeiture moratorium extended until end of March 2021

75 years after the Nuremberg Trials, a new international crime of “Ecocide”?

Beware - key points to be aware of around intellectual property rights following the end of the EU transition period

What can landowners do to protect themselves from Right of Way claims?

Further details of the extended scheme announced by Rishi Sunak

New Regulations extend the period in which companies and “other qualifying bodies” can hold meetings under CIGA 2020

HM Treasury announces extension of CJRS to 30 November 2020

Donkey Riding Held to be a Material Change of Use

Who, or what, is Schrems II?

Final clarity still awaited in as insurers may yet appeal to the Supreme Court

How do you remove an ag tag? (also known as agricultural occupancy conditions and agricultural ties)

What is multiple dwellings relief and when is it available?

New government JSS designed to protect viable jobs as employers continue to battle the impact of Covid

Even if your wishes are really simple making a Will is still really important.

New Practice Direction 55C introduced to Civil Procedure Rules 1998 to provide for temporary modification of Part 55 between September 2020 and March 2021

The end of the furlough scheme may mean the start of collective consultation for some

Measures to protect Tenant’s from the impact of Covid-19 due to expire

Planning system to change bringing a radical new approach to how the government proposes to protect and encourage biodiversity

Supreme Court issues Judgment in relation to the CIFF charity law case

Environment Bill reaches the stage of the Public Bill Committee, scheduled to report by Tuesday 29 September 2020

Updated guidance from Companies House and further temporary changes to filing requirements announced

Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and flexible furlough from July 1

Recent case underlines the dire consequences of losing perspective, sense and reason when litigating family disputes.

Current freeze on enforcement action against commercial tenants extended until 30 September 2020

Important factors to be considered before an infrastructure or statutory agreement is completed

Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill passed at a second reading by MPs in the House of Commons on Monday 8 June

Covid-19 Update: Companies House updates guidance for companies in light of the current pandemic situation.

Government extend deadline to prevent Landlords from taking steps to remove Tenants from their property.

Strict and inflexible CIL regime punishes cases where the correct procedure has not been followed

Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme announced to take effect over the next few months

As we begin to emerge from the lockdown how will family cases be dealt with going forwards.

Why it is important to understand a solicitor’s role in preparing Wills

Cabinet Office issues Procurement Policy Note providing information and guidance in relation to the payment of their suppliers

Every employer has a broad legal obligation to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of its employees.

Assessing risks and communicating necessary precautions to the workforce will be critical to aid return to work post lockdown

When purchasing a property or a company with one or more property assets, don’t overlook the planning history of the property

Charity Commission issues guidance for charity trustees around postponement or cancellation of AGMs

Charity Commission has confirms use of reserves to help charities cope with Covid-19 situation

Government Pledges £760 Million Support for Charities during Covid-19

Confirmation that Government is to introduce legislationto address aggressive debt recovery action being taken by Landlords for rent collection

Unintended protection removed from trespassers

Charities reminded of the requirement for The Charity Commission to authorise charity proceedings by Order

What are the wider and longer-term impacts if a charity uses funds for purposes other than those for which they were raised?

Useful information for trustees of land holding charities to know when they have power to dispose of land

The pandemic gets Insurance Companies running for “cover”

HMRC portal to reclaim staff salaries under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme now live and accepting applications

From April 2020 the Residence Nil Rate Band allowance has reached its limit of £175,000 per individual

Domestic abuse charities and campaigners report significant increase in calls to helplines since the Government’s lockdown was announced

Government issues fourth guidance update on Furlough Job Retention Scheme

Local planning authorities have power to make a TPO to protect any tree, group of trees or woodland where it is “in the interests of amenity”.

Three recent planning cases consider what is a building for the purposes of planning.

Health & Safety Executive releases guidance for employers on RIDDOR reporting of COVID-19

Why a Limited Liability Partnership is becoming an attractive legal structure

Back to business as normal in the Insolvency and Companies Court

GPDO sets out a number of classes and types of development which do not require planning permission

Key changes to employment law coming into force in April 2020

Morrisons v Various Claimants

Coronavirus email scams rife with cybercriminals preying on mounting virus concerns to extort information

The impact of the Coronavirus on Winding Up Petitions

How are you coping with being at home with your family while the whole country is on lockdown?

HMRC and Companies House implement a number of key changes to be aware for the filing of information

Guidance for non-UK residents considers circumstances considered ‘exceptional’ under the Statutory Residence Test during the COVID-19 outbreak

The implications for the recovery possession of rented properties

Conveyancing process in current climate likely to present many difficulties for buyers and sellers.

How COVID-19 is, and may in the future, affect commercial leases

Social distancing and self isolation make it difficult for charities to proactively fundraise and hold fundraising events as a result of the current pandemic

Organisations may need to consider the force majeure clause in a contract

Guidance revised after facing criticism for adding unnecessary pressure to charities and their trustees

Emergency legislation introduced for the rental (private and social) sector in response to Coronavirus

Portal recommends that charities should refer any safeguarding concerns to a named person within their charity as a first port of call

Covid-19 halts Employment Tribunal hearings from Monday 23 March until further notice.

What effect will school closures have on your employees' ability to work?

Contractors welcome government announcement of IR35 tax reforms delay

Trustees facing difficult decision-making over the coming months with regard to vital services and the knock-on effect

Government to reimburse the cost of statutory sick pay that businesses with up to 250 employees pay to workers who are self-isolating.

Lasting Powers of Attorney for Health & Welfare and Property & Financial Affairs

Recent case concerning conversion of a piggery into a dwelling house raises question of whether planning permission is actually required

HMRC introduce new rules from 6 April 2020 in respect of reporting Capital Gains and paying Capital Gains Tax

Climate change and the planning process

The Royal Instruction of Chartered Surveyors launches the Lease Code 2020

Planning Inspectorate decision highlights that camping pods can't always be treated as equivalent to tents, caravans and mobile homes on holiday campsites

Contentious probate matters can arise between cohabiting couples and families

To vaccinate, or not to vaccinate against common childhood illnesses?

Why you should give serious consideration to settling your dispute

Parental Bereavement Leave Regulations 2020 and Statutory Parental Bereavement Pay (General) Regulations 2020 in force from 6 April 2020

Overwhelming need for action on harassment in the workplace as increase in sex discrimination claims continues

Rollits has been awarded a second series of professional accolades following publication of the latest Chambers UK rankings.

Law firm recognised by clients and peers in Legal 500

Newly qualified solicitor recruited into Rollits' highly regarded and growing employment team.

Moratorium on forfeiture action on the basis of Rent Arrears extended until the end of 2020s

Former Longcroft School pupil joins Rollits as a Trainee Solicitor

Suzgo Kaluluma qualifies as a member of STEP

Webinar looks at issues including the requirement to consult, redundancy pools, redundancy payments and appeals.

Technology helps the firm to collaborate with local mental health charity to work together on wellbeing in the workplace.

Dedicated support team created to lead businesses to recovery from the impact of the coronavirus.

Rollits has announced a series of promotions of specialists working across a range of the firm’s legal services.

Employers advised to be aware of Government guidance on illness and death of employees linked with exposure to coronavirus in the workplace.

Rollits hands over proceeds of double charity drive

We are still fully operational and here to help

2020 Vision campaign pivotal in evolving and refining Rollits services and brand

Rollits strenghtens commercial property team with new solicitor appointment

Douglas Oliver looks at the new Government proposals to change the Shared Ownership regime to make it more buyer-friendly

Chris Drinkall reviews the Government's updated Guidance for Landlords and Tenants in the private and social housing sector

Emma Fawke dispels the myth that LPAs are just for the elderly

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Douglas Oliver muses over the need for companies to change and adapt in times of adversity

Andrew Digwood reflects on the opportunities for the growing tech / innovation sector in York

The lost art of speaking, just pick up the phone!

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