The Society of Licensed Conveyancers (SLC) has recently criticised the Government’s introduction of a 3% stamp duty surcharge, arguing that the proposed “attack on smaller investors” will lead to increased delays for purchasers.
Three British holidaymakers sue TUI travel group after sustaining “wave injuries” on beach
Three British tourists are taking legal action against the TUI travel group, following tragic “wave injuries” sustained at a Cape Verde beach resort.
UK buyer wins Apple Watch court case over cracked screen advertised as “impact resistant”
Electronics giant Apple has been forced to remove the phrase “impact resistant” from product descriptions of its Apple Watch, after losing a UK court case over a cracked screen to a buyer who claims he bought the product because he is “prone to knocking things around”.
X-Factor style “Gypsy talent show” could face legal action following copyright infringement claims
Travellers Have Talent, a Somerset-based talent show for the travelling community, has been forced to change its name and advertising following a legal dispute over copyright infringement.
UK Surveillance Bill could hurt economy and tech industry
The Commons’ Science and Technology Committee (STC) has warned that the Government’s planned Investigatory Powers Bill is too vague and needs to be redrafted to avoid economic damage. Meanwhile, some tech firms believe the Bill risks driving away foreign investment.