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What To Do When Someone Dies: New resources aimed at helping grieving loved ones
Two Bristol-based organisations have come together to create new resources aimed at helping people know what to do when someone dies.
Dorset Council issues final call for community grants
Do you need some capital funding for a community project? The latest round of Dorset Council’s Capital Leverage Fund (Round 6) is closing soon – so now is the time to apply.
Clarke Willmott advises on acquisition of Brooks Wealth Management
Lawyers at national law firm Clarke Willmott have advised Bristol-based financial planning firm Brooks Wealth Management on its acquisition by Integrity365 Ltd.
Government raises inheritance tax relief for farmers to £2.5 Million
The Government’s decision to increase the inheritance tax (IHT) relief threshold for farmers from £1 million to £2.5 million marks a significant and necessary shift in policy, particularly after months of concern and protest from across the agricultural sector.
Budget provides cold comfort for Bristol hoteliers
Hopes of Bristol hoteliers that the Autumn budget wouldn’t adversely affect a promising end to 2025 have been dashed by a higher-than-expected wage increase for the under-21s.
Clock ticking on cohabitation reform, says Clarke Willmott
“The clock is ticking” on Government plans to reform the legal treatment of cohabiting couples, according to a leading family lawyer.
Private clients and advisors are being urged to review personal wealth and estate planning strategies as speculation grows over potential tax reforms ahead of next week’s Budget.
SME housebuilders need help to get Britain building again
The Government wants to “get Britain building again” with a pledge to deliver 1.5 million homes across the country in its first five-year term - a level of output not seen since 1977.
The government has now confirmed that the Renters’ Rights Act will begin implementation on 1st May 2026.
Hoteliers hope budget won’t ruin a promising end to 2025
Bristol hoteliers are hoping the Autumn budget won’t put a dampener on what is shaping up to be a promising end to 2025.
Two decades of driving a successful Dorset economy
Dorset’s brightest business brains have been honoured for two decades of supporting the local economy to grow and thrive.
Homeowners and private landlords can now apply for a loan to fund house repairs and energy saving improvements through a Council-backed scheme.
Older women turn up the volume on WASPI: The NaNaz debut single '60 Lies'
South Wales punk band The NaNaz have released their first single, ‘60 Lies’, in support of the WASPI (Women Against State Pension Inequality) campaign. The powerful track and video highlight the injustice faced by 3 million women who lost up to five years of pension entitlement.
Last chance to walk to remember
The St Peter’s Hospice Walk to Remember returns for the last time on Sunday 5 October.
Updated Eligibility Criteria for Bright Green Homes: Gas-Heated Houses Now Eligible
Bristol City Leap has announced an update to the eligibility criteria for the Bright Green Homes project.
New discount card launched in Cornwall to help families of children and young people with SEND
A new discount card scheme has been launched to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.
Inheritance Tax Reform – A Tipping Point for Family Farms?
As Parliament winds down for the summer recess, the question on many farming families’ minds is: will the government be for turning when it comes to proposed tax reforms?
Clarke Willmott announces annual results 2025
Ahead of filing its annual accounts, national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP, is pleased to announce strong results with significant progress across multiple fronts.
South West financial experts Old Mill have announced three new Partners.