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Drugs – No Laughing Matter

‘Laughing gas’ more properly known as Nitrous Oxide, is back in the news following a Court of Appeal ruling that the substance is controlled by the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016. The Act makes it an offence to possess psychoactive substances with intent to supply, and in limited cases, simple possession is also an offence. The… Continue reading Drugs – No Laughing Matter

Gun Amnesty

A two-week gun amnesty begins today across the UK. In this period people will have an opportunity to dispose of firearms and ammunition safely, with ‘no questions asked’. Who Are the Police Reaching out To? The amnesty is directed at two distinct groups of people, firstly those who know they are in possession of illegal… Continue reading Gun Amnesty

None for The Road

As we put Halloween and Bonfire Night behind us, easing into those dark wintry nights, it isn’t long before Christmas is in our sights and party season gets underway. As night follows day, this time also coincides with a national police initiative concerning drink driving, as forces across the country prepare for a spike in… Continue reading None for The Road

Follow The Money

‘Follow the money’ is a rather clichéd line from the film ‘All The President’s Men’ which charted the scandal that engulfed President Nixon in the 1970s. But even today, the money trail is very much the first line of investigation in serious fraud cases, and one that is increasingly difficult to follow. Not so long… Continue reading Follow The Money

Home Security: Christmas Safety Tips

It is estimated that homes with no security measures in place are five times more likely to be burgled than those with even the simplest measures in place. It is at this time of year, when the nights draw in early, and many of us fill our homes with gadgets ready for Christmas day that… Continue reading Home Security: Christmas Safety Tips

Choosing a Trademark

There are several aspects of your business that you need to refine, in order to ensure that it attracts the attention of your target audience. However, an important aspect of your business is its trademark. Standing out in an often saturated market can be difficult, so how do you differentiate your goods or services from… Continue reading Choosing a Trademark

Guiding You Through The Redundancy Procedure

Being made redundant at work can cause a wide variety of issues, but there are certain procedures your employer must follow. In the latest blog post by Broadbents Solicitors, we discuss the redundancy procedure and the steps that must be taken if you are being made redundant. What is Redundancy? Redundancy is a form of… Continue reading Guiding You Through The Redundancy Procedure

Hitting a Child: is it Lawful?

Laws that criminalise unlawful violence date back to 1861 and are used every day in criminal courts to support prosecutions. Despite what might appear to be an obvious legal position, the question is often asked as to whether, despite those laws, it is permissible to ‘smack’ a child. The simple answer is that it is… Continue reading Hitting a Child: is it Lawful?

Card Payment Surcharges Scrapped

On the 13 January, the Government ban on surcharges for payments on credit and debit cards came into effect. The new rules mean that individuals cannot be penalised for paying by card, whether purchasing goods in-store or online. The 2013 rules stated that companies were not allowed to make a profit from surcharges and were… Continue reading Card Payment Surcharges Scrapped

When People Talk Bitcoin, It’s Time to Ask Questions

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are never far from the news, mainly when the value is rising considerably. This week the price of a single bitcoin rose to a little over £10,000. It is an odd ‘currency’, as it is not backed by any government, and certainly not by an underlying gold stock. It is, in… Continue reading When People Talk Bitcoin, It’s Time to Ask Questions