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Legal advice: Preparing your business for sale – legal steps to take early to maximise value and reduce risk

Selling a business is a big decision, and not one to be taken lightly. Whether planning for retirement or succession, or an exit strategy, there are a few simple steps that can be taken to ensure...

Legal advice: What to do if you believe you’ve been unfairly dismissed – your rights and next steps

Dismissal is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face in their professional life. When that dismissal feels unjust, the instinct is often to react emotionally...

Legal advice: Regulating the algorithm – Employment law risks in the age of AI

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the workplace has revolutionised employment practices, particularly in Human Resources (HR) and recruitment. AI is deeply embedded in everyday...

Nominate Bedford’s next Fundraiser of the Year in the Everyday Heroes Awards

Nominations are open for the Fundraiser of the Year (Individual) category at the 2025 Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, sponsored by Woodfines Solicitors...

Legal advice: Inheriting a nightmare

Inheritance Tax (“IHT”) is currently charged at 40% on the value of an estate when someone dies. This is subject (if available, if full) to the nil rate band threshold of £325,000...

Legal Advice: Released under investigation or police pre-charge bail?

The delays in the Criminal Justice System are well known. The system running from the start of an investigation by the Police through to a case conclusion in Court is suffering from delays...

Legal advice: Can I dismiss an employee with less than two years’ service?

As employers are aware, an employee’s full employment rights don’t come into force until they reach two years of continuous service. This two-year period is often referred to as the...

Bedford Borough Council told to prove pothole progress or lose funding, as East of England set for £65m boost

Local councils across the East of England are being told to prove they’re taking action on potholes if they want to receive their full share of a new £65 million funding boost from...

Legal advice: The grounds for full custody of a child in the UK

Separating from or divorcing your ex-partner can be a very stressful and emotional time, particularly when the split is not amicable, or there is an ongoing custody battle for your...

Legal advice: As pothole compensation claims rack up, will councils start paying?

Pothole compensation claims doubled between 2022 and 2023, research has found, with the much-hated road defects continuing to cause chaos for Britain’s drivers. The ‘pothole plague...

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