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Artist’s legacy to Gallery Oldham

A gallery in Oldham has been left a substantial bequest of paintings by reknowned local artist, Helen Bradley, reported the Manchester Gazette this week.

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More wills being challenged

The number of London High Court actions over disputed wills has increased by 700% over 5 years, according to the Independent. There has been almost a doubling of the number of cases challenging the validity of a will.

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Self-care packages law approved

The Scottish Parliament recently unanimously approved a new law that should give greater independence to people who receive social care. The hope is that the Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act will give people greater choice and control over their lives.

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Repeal of The Property Misdescription Act 1991

The Property Misdescriptions Act 1991 (PMA), the law that makes it an offence to make false or misleading statements in the course of an estate agency or property development business about property offered for sale, is due to be repealed – probably late in 2013.

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Job opportunity - Experienced Legal Secretary (Part time) wanted

We require a motivated, organised legal secretary to provide support for busy fee earners. Afternoons/flexible hours. Recent litigation experience required.

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20 December 2023
Legal Services for the Elderly
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Legal Services for the Elderly
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Estate Agency
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