The Gazette

Publication Date

20 October 2016

If you’re one of the almost 60 per cent of adults in the UK who have yet to make a will, November may be the time to do it.

Publication Date

19 October 2016

Are trusts simply for keeping wealth in the hands of the privileged few? Arabella Murphy explains why this assumption obscures legitimate reasons for them.

Publication Date

17 October 2016

For a will to be valid, the testator must have sufficient mental capacity. Kerry Morgan-Gould considers how this may be tested.

Publication Date

13 October 2016

Two important honours were conferred on Emperor Nicholas II of Russia during World War 1 – the rank of field marshal, and his appointment to be a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath.

Publication Date

13 October 2016

The Military Medal was created 100 years ago to reward services rendered during World War 1.

Publication Date

7 October 2016

A living will ensures that others, including doctors, know your wishes about your health and care. But is it really necessary (and is it enforceable)?

Publication Date

6 October 2016

As there is no clear definition in s.335A(3) of the Insolvency Act 1986 of what amounts to ‘exceptional circumstances’, the courts must apply the judgments of case law when determining whether to delay an order for possession and sale.

Publication Date

5 October 2016

Hannah Rees explains how a recent change in UK legislation affects inheritance tax on medals.

Publication Date

30 September 2016

Geoff Culshaw, family researcher, describes how The Gazette archives have uncovered key facts about his forebears.

Publication Date

28 September 2016

Many SMEs are struggling to recover the money they are due. Brendan Clarkson explains how following proper procedures could help to reduce losses.