National mininum wage increases 1st April

National mininum wage increases 1st April

From 1st April 2017 the following increases come into affect:

  • For workers who are aged 25 and over, from £7.20 to £7.50
  • For workers aged at least 21 but under 25 rises from £6.95 to £7.05 per hour
  • For workers who are aged at least 18 but under 21 rises from £5.55 to £5.60 per hour
  • For workers aged 16 or 17 rises from £4 to £4.05 per hour
  • The apprentice rate increases from £3.40 to £3.50 per hour
  • The accommodation offset increases from £6 to £6.40

For advice on employment law in Blackpool call 01253 629 300 or click here.

The real facts about divorce

The real facts about divorce

Divorce is a stressful time for everyone involved, from the divorcing parties to children and relatives.

What is the Residence Nil Rate Band and how can you use it?

What is the Residence Nil Rate Band and how can you use it?

The Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) is designed to reduce inheritance tax for a large number of families. The RNRB works in addition to the personal nil rate band and is intended to make it less costly to pass property down through the family.

Conveyancing For Property Buyers in Blackpool

Conveyancing For Property Buyers in Blackpool

The conveyancing process can seem like a complex and confusing mystery to those who are new to it. Add to that the fact that, for most of us, a property purchase will be the most we will ever spend on one item and you have a fairly high pressure situation.

Lasting Powers of Attorney and how to use them

Lasting Powers of Attorney and how to use them

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is something many of us in Blackpool need to consider as we get older. It is a way of giving someone you trust the legal authority to step in and make decisions on your behalf if and when you lack the capacity to do so.