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Machins Solicitors is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil O’Callaghan as Managing Partner. Neil succeeds Kathryn Ainsworth, who returns to lead the firm’s highly regarded Family Law department.
Family courts are changing, with a new child‑focused approach set to speed up cases and improve outcomes. Find out what this means for families.
Discover the key locations for the government’s new town plans and what they could mean for buyers and homeowners.
Health and Safety Executive Reminds Employers of Responsibilities for Home Workers.
A £275,000 costs order shows how seriously the court treats litigation misconduct in divorce finances.
Discover what the upcoming SSP reforms mean for your organisation and explore practical strategies for reducing sickness absence, supporting wellbeing and strengthening your attendance processes.
A shorter qualifying period means higher risk for employers. Discover the key changes and the practical steps HR teams should take now.
Discover how lifetime gifting can reduce Inheritance Tax, support loved ones and strengthen your long‑term estate plans.
Find out what the February 2026 passport changes mean for families, dual‑nationality children and international contact arrangements.
With a new £2.5 million cap on Agricultural Property Relief coming in 2026, farm owners could face fresh inheritance tax challenges. This article explains what’s changing, which assets qualify, and how early planning can help safeguard the family farm.
Shifting market conditions, and a potential change to rent review rules mean SMEs may have more power in 2026 lease negotiations than expected. Discover what this could mean for your next commercial lease.