HMRC delays cause cash crunch at UK start-ups

A number of UK start-ups have said they were forced to raise emergency funds in 2019 after sudden and unexpected delays to their tax credits. The long delays caused serious concerns in the start-up community, which is already upset at plans by the government, which has promised to be “pro-enterprise”, to curb entrepreneurs’ tax relief …

INSIGHT: Litigation Financing—How to Get to ‘Yes’ After Hearing ‘No’ – Bloomberg Law

Attorneys often seek litigation financing before they are really ready for funding, and this premature quest can often result in a denial. However, with further preparation, attorneys can turn a “no” into a “yes.” This preparation can get the case to the stage where the in-house team of experts can adequately assess the associated risks. …

Princess Margaret’s son to divorce in second royal separation in a week – Mirror Online

The second Earl of Snowdon is set to split from his wife, the second royal divorce announcement in less than a week. David Armstrong-Jones, son of the late Princess Margaret, is to separate from Serena Armstrong-Jones. A spokesman for the couple said: “The Earl and Countess of Snowdon have amicably agreed that their marriage has …

'Training is not enough': Family lawyers target Tolson over 'outdated' views on …

Lawyers, campaigners and politicians are calling for wider action to be taken after a judge was condemned for employing ‘obsolescent concepts’ on consent in a family case.   Last month the High Court said His Honour Judge Tolson’s judgment following a fact-finding trial in proceedings for child arrangement orders was ‘so flawed as to require …

Mel B’s ex Stephen Belafonte seeking full custody of their daughter in brutal legal war – Mirror.co….

Mel B‘s ex-husband Stephen Belafonte is now seeking full custody of their daughter Madison as their brutal legal battle turns uglier. The ‘Scary Spice’ and Stephen currently have joint custody of the eight-year-old. However in court documents filed this week, Stephen has asked for full legal and physical custody of the child.  And reports by …

Lisa Armstrong ‘is reportedly set to host £40K divorce party after split from ex Ant McPartlin…

 Lisa Armstrong is reportedly set to host a divorce party worth £40,000 following her ‘£31 million’ settlement from ex Ant McPartlin. The make-up artist, 43, is said to be in the process of organising a meeting with top party planners in a bid ‘to focus on the positives in her life’ after her high-profile split …

World’s bitterest divorce as businessman claims he BURNT $1 million to stop ex getting it

A BUSINESSMAN who burned $1million in cash to stop his ex-wife from getting her hands on it has been jailed for 30 days, according to reports. Bruce McConville, 55, said he burned $743,000 on September 23 and $296,000 on December 15 in two separate bonfires, as well as selling his assets. 3 McConville claimed he …

Fern Britton thanks fans for ‘overwhelming kindess’ after revealing Phil Vickery divorce – The Sun

FERN Britton has thanked her fans for the support she’s received since announcing her separation from husband Phil Vickery. The former presenter tweeted: “Hello. Thank you so much for all your kind messages. They are so appreciated. More than you know. The kindness of strangers is overwhelming.” 4 Fern Britton and Phil Vickery have split …