COVID-19 Hub

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The coronavirus pandemic is having a profound effect on society. Since lockdown, our legal experts have published a host of guidance to help both individuals and businesses through this extremely difficult time. Here, we have drawn together all of that invaluable information into a central hub.

If you cannot find the information and guidance you need, please do let us know and we shall do our very best to help.

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For Business

Commercial Property

Shopping StreetCommercial lease moratoria extended – and more…

 

Empty OfficeCOVID-19 and commercial lease break clauses

 

Office developmentCOVID-19: Pursuing a guarantor of a commercial lease

 

High Street ShopsCode of Practice for commercial property relationships during the pandemic

 

Empty Shopping StreetHas the COVID-19 pandemic saved the turnover rent lease?

 

Man's hand signing documentCan I operate the break clause in my lease during the pandemic?

 

Takeaway FoodRestaurant to takeaway – what are the legal considerations?

 

Row of shops on a streetBusiness tenants’ protection is not a rent-free period

 

Commercial Property in High StreetDoes my business qualify for a business rates holiday?

 

Commercial Property around a dockThe impact of coronavirus on commercial tenancies

 

Company and Commercial

Laptop and GDPREnsuring video conferencing is GDPR compliant

 

Are you prepared for a Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme audit?

 

Three people wearing black face masksPreparing your business for the post-lockdown world

 

Newton's CradleCOVID-10: Bounce back loans to be offered to small businesses

 

Male finger pointing at computer screenCOVID-19: Start-ups offered £1.25bn support package by Government

 

Logo of British Business BankHow do I apply for a Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan?

 

Soapy handsBusiness owners: mitigating the impact of coronavirus

 

Coronavirus warning across a roadBusiness owners: are you prepared for coronavirus?

 

For Individuals

Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney

Assessing Mental CapacityAssessing mental capacity during lockdown

 

Dictionary definition of probateProbate Registry delays continue as online applications become mandatory

 

Figures emerging from computer screens and shaking handsRemote Witnessing of Wills: new rules

 

Zoom iconNew rules for witnessing Wills

 

Seniors on video callPractical suggestions to help older people during the pandemic

 

WhatsApp, Skype and FaceTime LogosMaking Wills and LPAs remotely

 

Close up of hand holding ink pen signing a documentDo I need to make or update my Will or LPA now?

 

Residential Property

Couple sitting among packing cases and boxesTips for moving home during the pandemic

 

Inside removal vanHousing market to remain open through Lockdown 2.0

 

Row of terraced houses in Oldfield Park BathFrustration at dearth of low deposit mortgages

 

Terrace of houses in BathThe benefit of Covid-19 clauses in conveyancing contracts

 

House key and key fob in a bird's nestStamp Duty holiday confirmed

 

Home Sweet Home DoormatStamp Duty cut expected to boost the housing market

 

Couple sitting among packing cases and boxesHousing market in England open for business

 

Packing items to move homeMoving home during the pandemic: new government guidance

 

Family Law

HM Courts & Tribunals Service logoJudicial warning against unnecessary litigation in the Family Court

 

Zoom iconsMediation Zoom Boom

 

Landlord and Tenant

Row of terraced housesTenant eviction ban extended in England

 

Changing the lock in a doorWhat are the new eviction rules for residential landlords?

 

Rent Due written on calendarHow do I recover rent arrears from my tenant?

 

Hand holding wooden blocks spelling rentCoronavirus lockdown and arrears of rent: no quick fix

 

Litigation

County Court signCourts and Tribunals to remain open through lockdown

 

Financial

Home officeHow does remote working affect your home insurance and mortgage?