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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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What are your consumer rights when shopping online?

- 24 November 2022

Consumers today hardly think twice when completing a purchase online. With so many products at the tip of your fingers, and suppliers offering competitive deals and next-day delivery, it’s no wonder why shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday are incredibly popular with online shoppers. Despite the convenience and accessibility of online shopping, things…
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Brake Week 2022 – Road Safety in Winter

- 17 November 2022

Road Safety in Winter One road accident happens every hour in snow, ice, floods, fog and darkness. This statistics shows the importance of driving carefully at all times, even more in adverse weather conditions. Take care of yourself and take care of others this winter. During the winter months, we all have responsibility in ensuring…
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ADVANCED MOTORCYCLING AND HOW TO STAY ALIVE

- 17 November 2022

I am now 63 and because of loss of sight on one eye, I made the decision in 2021 to sell my motorcycle and cease riding, after over 44 years on two wheels. During that 44 years, I covered many thousands of miles, both in the UK and abroad, all solo and I owe my…
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