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To Search or Not to Search

Posted: 26 July

Police Powers and Your Rights. It is no secret that police officers have extensive powers to search people for a vast array of items. However, the very fact that there are numerous circumstances under which these powers can be...

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‘Moving the goal posts’ – the CPS’s new stance on tragedy related abuse at football games.

Posted: 31 August

On the 7 August 2023, the Crown Prosecution Service changed their guidelines in respect of how they approach offenders who are found to have been referencing football related tragedies during matches. It is a well-known fact that football chants...

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How to apply to vary or remove restraining order made in the Magistrates Court

Posted: 10 July

To vary or remove a restraining order made in the Magistrates’ Court you must be a prosecutor, defendant, or any other person in the order. In addition, you must fill out an application and must have a persuasive case...

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Understanding and responding to an Improvement Notice

Posted: 13 June

Receiving an improvement notice can be a cause for concern, as it indicates that a person or organisation is believed to be in contravention of statutory provisions, or has previously contravened such provisions, in line with Health and Safety...

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How Are Savings, Pensions & Debts Split in Divorce?

When looking at how assets and debts are split in divorce, it is important...

- 29 April 2026

What is a Suspended Sentence and How Does it Work in the UK?

If you or somebody close to you is facing court proceedings, you might have...

- 28 April 2026

THB and Hurrell Solicitors Merge to Expand Legal Services in Southend and Essex

Strategic Merger Strengthens Legal Services in Southend and Essex Taylor Haldane Barlex LLP (THB)...

- 31 March 2026

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