Legal News

Redkite Solicitors Sponsors Child of Wales Awards

- 24 March 2023

Redkite Solicitors are delighted to be sponsoring the Child of Wales Awards, which will take place on Friday 24th of March at Mercure Holland House Hotel in Cardiff. Celebrating the inspirational achievements of remarkable young people across Wales, the event will raise vital funds for charities in Wales dedicated to helping children: Ty Hafan & Hope…
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Redkite Solicitors proudly supporting inaugural National Conveyancing Week

- 20 March 2023

Redkite Solicitors is proud to be associated with a brand-new initiative to improve the experience of home movers and professionals involved in the home moving process. National Conveyancing Week has been launched to raise the profile of organisations who conduct property transactions, with the inaugural taking place this week, from 20-24th March. Property lawyers up…
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What is the role of a Lasting Power of Attorney?

- 14 March 2023

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney  A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that gives someone else the authority to make decisions on your behalf, should you become unable to do so yourself. This could be due to an accident, illness or simply because you no longer have the mental capacity…
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Empowering Women in Law on International Women’s Day

- 8 March 2023

Here at Redkite Solicitors, we continue to celebrate International Women’s Day with each passing year. The occasion presents a welcomed opportunity to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women across the globe, as well as within our Redkite family. It is also a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the inequalities that are…
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Did you say ‘Yes’ this Valentine’s Day?

- 14 February 2023

Valentine’s Day is celebrated around the world on the 14th of February and is widely considered to be the most romantic day of the year. In Wales, Valentine’s Day  closely follows St. Dwynwen’s Day. Celebrated earlier in the year on the 25th of January, the date celebrates the Welsh patron saint of lovers, giving the…
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Shareholders beware! Shareholder duties & good faith

- 2 February 2023

Consideration of the impact of Re Compound Photonics Group Ltd; Faulkner v. Vollin Holdings Ltd [2022] EWCA Civ 1371 Shareholder duties Unlike directors, it is a well-established principle that the role of shareholders within limited companies is finite. For brevity and in simple terms, the limited duties/role required from shareholders can primarily be grouped under…
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Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) are changing in England and Wales

- 19 January 2023

Did you know that Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) are changing in England and Wales? Is your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) lower than an E rating? If so read below. An EPC is a certificate that is issued by an assessor which shows information about the energy efficiency of a property, which is valid for 10…
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ICO publishes new direct marketing guidance (5 December 2022)

- 3 January 2023

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has published new direct marketing guidance which includes an array of resources, guidance, FAQs, training and checklists. It is imperative that businesses review the new guidance and ensure that they comply with their obligations under the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK General Data Protection Regulation where personal data is…
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Key developments under the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016

- 29 November 2022

So far we have looked at what the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 will mean for existing assured shorthold tenancies, eviction notices and some ways to end an occupation contract. In this article we will conclude a three-part series looking at some developments brought about by the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016. With just under…
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What the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 means for existing eviction notices and some ‘new’ ways to end occupation contracts

- 28 November 2022

In our latest article, we looked at what the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 means for existing assured shorthold tenancies. As a recap, all assured shorthold tenancies entered before 1 December 2022 will automatically convert to occupation contracts when the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 comes into effect. Some may wonder what this will mean…
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