Rachel Reeves made history today, delivering the first budget from a female chancellor, in a debut that also marked the first Labour budget in 14 years. Starting her speech with a call for girls and young women to break through any ceiling in achieving...
As we approach the UK government’s upcoming budget, there is a heightened focus on potential tax changes that could impact estate planning, property transactions, and probate. In particular, Inheritance Tax (IHT), Capital Gains Tax (CGT), and Stamp...
We are pleased to announce the firm has appointed a new Managing Partner. Reflecting on his time leading the firm, Richard Carter shared: "After over 20 years as Managing Partner of Martin Tolhurst Solicitors I advised the Partners last month of my...
Martin Tolhurst Solicitors have been re-accredited with Lexcel – the Practice Management Standard of the Law Society following a recent 2 day on site assessment by an external assessor. The assessment highlighted a record 26 areas of best practice...
At Martin Tolhurst Solicitors, we are delighted to share some fantastic news with our clients and colleagues! In the past few weeks, our firm has achieved significant recognition, being shortlisted for prestigious awards across the legal sector. These...
With the surge in popularity of I Am Sold auction properties, it is crucial for potential buyers to tread carefully and be aware of key considerations. While these auctions offer enticing opportunities, there are important factors to keep in mind to avoid...
There has been a lot in the news recently that “No Fault Evictions” are coming to an end, but what is this likely to mean in practice for both landlords and tenants? It is such a highly political subject because a person’s home is so...