The Gazette

Publication Date

22 October 2019

The question of what effect personal bankruptcy will have on a spouse is a very common one for couples. Licensed insolvency practitioner, David Kirk explains the complexities.

Publication Date

21 October 2019

Section 9 of the Wills Act 1837 sets out the requirements for a valid will in England and Wales. But what is ‘lack of due execution’? Laura Abbott of Wright Hassall explains the requirements.

Publication Date

16 October 2019

How long can someone legally take off work when they become a father? Liz Stevens of Birketts LLP looks at the law surrounding paternity leave in the UK.

Publication Date

15 October 2019

Here are five ways HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) says you can help reduce stops in the probate process and potentially speed up the issuing of grants of probate.

Publication Date

14 October 2019

Are phoenix companies legal? And what is the law regarding a business formed with assets of an insolvent company? Neil Dingley of Moore investigates.  ​

Publication Date

14 October 2019

The Ministry of Justice has abolished controversial plans to increase probate fees, which would have seen some bereaved families paying up to £6,000 for probate.

Publication Date

11 October 2019

Britain's top banks and finance providers have reaffirmed their commitment to backing small businesses (SMEs) through access to finance, helping SMEs plan for the future ahead of Brexit.

Publication Date

10 October 2019

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is more than just the ‘winter blues’ or a feeling of sadness. David Price of Health Assured suggests five ways to combat the depressive disorder in your employees.

Publication Date

9 October 2019

According to research by credit insurance firm Atradius, corporate insolvencies are set to rise globally for the first time in a decade, with the biggest increase seen in the UK.

Publication Date

9 October 2019

Each year, recipients of the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service are announced via notices placed in The Gazette. We take a look the origin of the award, its history and its recipients.