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On the horizon: Changes to Statutory Sick Pay

July 7, 2025

Changes are on the horizon for statutory sick pay (SSP), alongside a broader review of parental leave and pay. These updates are part of the Government’s wider plan to enhance worker protections under the Employment Rights Bill, which relates to Labour’s commitment to improving conditions for working people. Why is statutory sick pay changing? On […]

What does the Supreme Court decision in Standish v Standish mean for modern matrimonial finance disputes?

July 3, 2025

The Supreme Court’s judgment in Standish v Standish marks a pivotal moment for how English Courts approach financial disputes on divorce, particularly in high-value cases. The case involved a £78 million transfer of assets from husband to wife before divorce, seemingly for tax planning purposes. The Court confirmed that such transfers do not automatically become […]

What happens if my ex-partner takes my kids on holiday without my permission?

June 27, 2025

Co-parenting children with an ex-partner can be difficult at the best of times – and when differing views on holiday plans come up, cordial relations can easily turn sour. There are many reasons why you may not want your ex-partner to take your children on holiday, such as safety concerns, disruption to your children’s routine, […]

Back to basics on probate

June 27, 2025

When faced with the emotional trauma of losing a loved one or friend, the last things you may want to deal with at this time are the associated legal, tax and administrative issues. If you are tasked with administering an estate, you will take on numerous obligations and duties and you may find yourself unfamiliar […]

Should you put your assets in a Family Investment Company?

June 27, 2025

For individuals and business owners looking to preserve wealth for future generations while maintaining control over their assets, Family Investment Companies (FICs) are an alternative option to trusts. With the October Budget announcing changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR), and Inheritance Tax (IHT), many are exploring FICs as a tax-efficient […]

‘Too new to speak up’ – Mackrell calls out workplace culture failing young employees

June 26, 2025

New research revealing a significant generational gap in whistleblowing confidence among UK workers should serve as a wake-up call for employers, warns Mackrell LLP. A study conducted by charity Protect recently reported that younger employees (18-24) are the least confident demographic when it comes to raising concerns at work. Joanna Alexiou, Senior Associate at Mackrell […]

Alison Green recognised once again in Spear’s 500 as a top expert in family law

June 25, 2025

Mackrell LLP is proud to announce that Alison Green, Head of the Family and Relationship Team, has once again been recognised as a Top Recommended Expert in Family Law in the 2025 Spear’s 500 guide. This marks another year of continued recognition for both Alison and the Firm in the prestigious guide, which highlights the […]

Show up and win! Mackrell celebrates Senior Associate’s filmmaking success

June 13, 2025

Mackrell is celebrating the filmmaking success of Neil Emery, who has achieved film festival award success for his latest documentary film Show Up and Start: The Art and Life of Dorothy Ramsay. Not content with resting on his laurels, Neil has long enjoyed filming his fellwalking exploits in the Lake District alongside his busy day […]

When body language becomes workplace discrimination

June 2, 2025

A recent employment tribunal ruling, that of Mr R Watson v Roke Manor Research Ltd, has spotlighted a critical issue in today’s workplace: how unconscious behaviours, like sighs and exaggerated gestures, can cross the line into unlawful disability discrimination. The employment tribunal heard that Mr Watson, the claimant, struggled with timekeeping and focus at work […]

Should what happened in Vegas have stayed in Vegas – What to do if you regret a Vegas wedding

June 2, 2025

We have all done things we regret in life. For some, it might be something like a bad haircut, for others, it is eloping to Las Vegas (or anywhere else for that matter!) While it might have seemed romantic at the time to have your wedding officiated by an Elvis Presley impersonator before trying your […]

The Whistleblower Strikes Back: Tribunal Rules in Favour of NHS Worker After ‘Darth Vader’ Detriment

June 2, 2025

In the news this week is the story that “An NHS worker has been awarded almost £30,000 in compensation after being compared to Star Wars villain Darth Vader at work.” (BBC News). While it’s a gripping headline, the full story is, as you might expect, a little more complicated. Although the compensation was awarded recently, […]

Employment Rights Bill: Key changes ahead

April 28, 2025

On 10 October 2024, the Government introduced the long-awaited Employment Rights Bill (The Bill, delivering on Labour’s promise to legislate within 100 days. Billed as “the biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in a generation”, the around 310-page Bill outlines over 30 significant reforms, with further detail to follow through consultation and secondary legislation. Most changes […]

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