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A recent tax case involved a lady that sold some shares and tried to claim a capital gains tax rollover relief on the arising gain. The lady had, via her accountant, obtained confirmation from HMRC that the relief could be claimed. However, once her tax return was submitted, HMRC amended the return and removed the relief claimed.

This case gives great cause for concern; surely a...

C G Fry & Son is offering house buyers assistance to help them move in to their new home by Christmas. The unprecedented C G Fry ‘Autumn Windfall’ deal offers differing incentives from property to property across a number of developments in the South West. This includes up to £50,000 price reductions, having your stamp duty paid, fitted carpets or turf if the new property is purchased by...

GMB members in the NHS walked out this morning in a dispute over pay alongside members from other unions.

The strike action will be followed by an overtime ban in the ambulance service from Tuesday 14th to Friday 17th inclusive, with other NHS employees working to their contracted hours during the same period.

GMB conducted an official ballot of 22,000 members in the NHS in...

St John’s Chambers, the premier set in the South West with over 80 members including 8 silks, organised a black-tie charity ball in aid of Headway Bristol at The Marriott Royal Hotel.

Headway provides social and cognitive rehabilitation services for adults with brain injury and support for families and carers. Sponsored by NewLaw Solicitors, the event attracted 185 guests who enjoyed a...