I am sure you will have seen the recent news that the Government has decided to abandon its plan for ‘day one’ unfair dismissal rights and will instead be introducing a six month qualifying period.…

In recent years we have seen significant developments in the technological capability, and popularity, of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The wave shows no signs of stopping! AI tools can unlock opportunities for businesses to increase…

That was the question posed in the recent case of AB v Grafters Group Ltd when the Employment Appeal Tribunal had to consider whether or not the person who carried out the assault was acting…

There has been ongoing debate as to whether time spent travelling to work falls under the category of “time work”, and the Employment Appeal Tribunal has recently provided some clarification in the case of Taylor’s…

Tracy Rowden, partner in the private client team at Mayo Wynne Baxter, has been awarded the accredited lifetime lawyer status – a national recognition of her specialist expertise in advising older and vulnerable clients, and…

As life expectancy increases, more families in the UK are faced with the challenge of funding long-term care. Care home fees can be substantial, often exceeding £70,000 per year for the most basic of homes…

After months of speculation and market uncertainty, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered the 2025 Autumn Budget. While the headline news avoided the dramatic income tax hikes some predicted, the Budget nonetheless introduces a series of

South East law firm Mayo Wynne Baxter – as part of top 50 legal and professional services firm Ampa Group – has earned a coveted place in the Best Companies lists for 2025. The group

Buying your first home is exciting—but it’s also a huge financial commitment. While skipping a survey might seem like a way to save money, it can end up costing far more in the long run.