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Tax burden on Agricultural Estate Planning Rural News The Autmn budget stands to greatly affect the estate planning of farming families. Find out more here. 31 October 2024 2 min read
Opportunities for Small Business & Energy Efficient Grants Business News By embracing sustainable practices and staying informed about available resources, small businesses can navigate this landscape effectively. 31 October 2024 4 min read
Business Rates and How the Reform Could Impact You Commercial Property News We examine the potential impact of upcoming business rates reform on businesses across England and Wales. 31 October 2024 3 min read
A Closer Look at Tax Adjustments in the Autumn Budget Tax News The Budget keeps IHT allowances steady but adds inherited pensions to estates—discover what these changes mean for planning. 31 October 2024 3 min read
Key Proposals in the New Employment Rights Bill Employment News The UK government has introduced the Employment Rights Bill aimed at enhancing working conditions and fairness for employees. 10 October 2024 2 min read
Birkett Long Celebrates Legal 500 Recognition Birkett Long News News Birkett Long has achieved recognition in The Legal 500 UK 2025, securing top tier rankings across various practice areas. 3 October 2024 4 min read
Announcing Ben Molyneux's Qualification as a Solicitor Birkett Long News News Birkett Long is delighted to announce that Ben Molyneux has officially qualified as a Solicitor as of 1 September 2024. 1 September 2024 3 min read
Birkett Long and bibic to host online SEND law and EHCP sessions Birkett Long News News Birkett Long partner with bibic to offer online sessions on SEND law, EHC Needs Assessments, and EHCPs. 22 August 2024 2 min read
55 Years of Legal Service: John Morgan’s Career Milestone Birkett Long News News Celebrating John Morgan's 55-year legal milestone. 20 August 2024 3 min read
Birkett Long expands Court of Protection and Inheritance Team Birkett Long News News Birkett Long has announced the expansion of its Court of Protection and Inheritance Disputes (COPID) team. 5 August 2024 2 min read
Birkett Long enhances online presence with revamped website Birkett Long News News Birkett Long has launched its redesigned website, aiming to deliver an enhanced user experience and bolster online engagement. 22 July 2024 2 min read
Zoe Hosking: A Specialist in Criminal Law and Military Cases Birkett Long News News Zoe Hosking qualified as a solicitor in 2018 and specialises in criminal law and military cases. 12 July 2024 2 min read
Essex law firm elevates presence in Basildon Birkett Long News News Birkett Long has elevated its presence in Basildon, Essex, by moving to a new office on the sixth floor of Phoenix House. 7 July 2024 2 min read
Essex Law Firm Announces Promotions Birkett Long News News Birkett Long is delighted to announce the promotions which took place on 1 June 2024. 1 June 2024 2 min read
Elliot Cousins joins the Board of Trustees at The OutHouse Birkett Long News News Birkett Long is delighted to announce that solicitor Elliot Cousins has been appointed to the board of trustees at The OutHouse. 23 May 2024 1 min read
Helena Oxley joins Mercury Theatre as a Board Member Birkett Long News News Birkett Long solicitor, Helena Oxley, has been appointed to the Mercury Theatre Colchester’s board of trustees. 13 May 2024 1 min read