Kerosene is a refined petroleum product and the primary fuel used for heating oil boilers in the UK. Given how widely kerosene underpins essential heating and operational needs across residential and commercial...
For many property investors and business owners, refinancing has traditionally been a relatively straightforward process. However, as a growing number of commercial loans approach maturity, borrowers are finding that the...
Commercial property transactions are often complex, time-sensitive and commercially significant. Whether you are a buyer, seller, lender or landlord, each stage of the matter opens up opportunity for a Solicitor...
Thompson Smith and Puxon is pleased to announce the appointment of four Legal Directors as part of the firm’s new progression and governance structure. Fiona Gibson, Richard Broadhead, Marie Allen...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times publication. When assets are left in a Will, the Executors named in the Will are legally...
This article was written for and published as original content in the Mersea Life publication. As wedding season fast approaches and Britain prepares for another summer of marquees, awkward speeches...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times publication. When acquiring a business, the property aspects of the transaction are often as...
A common misconception among couples preparing for life together is that putting plans in place, such as prenuptial or cohabitation agreements, somehow tempts fate, or signals an expectation that the...
The rules on employment law can feel complex and fast‑moving, particularly for business owners and managers juggling multiple demands. This is especially as the Employment Rights Act 2025 brings even more changes to the employment law landscape. Our employment team are supporting employers to prepare for the changes by delivering focused training considering practical...
The story behind Awaab’s Law is one that continues to resonate deeply. It was introduced in response to the heart breaking death of two‑year‑old Awaab Ishak, who died in 2020...
Divorce and separation can be emotionally overwhelming and a stressful experience for families to go through. Alongside the emotional impact, many parents worry about how separation will affect their children....
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times publication. Buy-to-let property remains a popular investment choice, offering the promise of a steady...
Companies House has confirmed that it identified a security issue affecting its WebFiling service on Friday 13 March. The Companies House WebFiling service was temporarily suspended to allow a full...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times publication. A recent High Court judgment has clarified whether an exchange of WhatsApp messages...
March 2026 commemorates the 20th anniversary of Cerebral Palsy and Brain Injury Awareness Month. At Thompson Smith and Puxon, we’re honouring two decades of worldwide efforts by raising awareness, combating...
Earlier this year, the Renters’ Rights Act faced changes which are set to reshape the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants, creating the foundation for a fairer and...
Monday 2 March 2026 marked the start of ‘Update Your Will Week’ – an annual awareness campaign led by the Association of Lifetime Lawyers. The initiative aims to remind everyone...
The Government has now confirmed the first phase of significant reforms to the private rented sector (PRS), coming into force on 1 May 2026. These changes will substantially reshape the...
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (RRA 2025) introduces the most significant changes to the private rented sector in decades. From 1 May 2026, landlords will no longer be able to...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times publication. Claire’s Accessories entered administration in early January 2026, placing around 134 UK and...
This article was written for and published as original content in the Essex Director Magazine. In mergers and acquisitions (M&A), several factors drive valuation and desire to do the deal,...
This article was written for and published as original content in East Anglian Daily Times. East Anglia’s commercial property sector is showing strong signs of growth, driven by logistics, industrial,...
This article was written for and published as original content in Mersea Life. The Strange Gifts People Leave Behind in Their Wills As Christmas approaches and the nation gears up...
This article was written for and published as original content in Business Time in Essex. In the world of business, relationships often begin with a handshake or a phone call....
Rachel Reeves delivered the 2025 Autumn Statement on 26 November, outlining a cautious package of tax and spending measures. While Income Tax rates remain unchanged, frozen thresholds and targeted adjustments...
This article was written for and published as original content in East Anglian Daily Times. Understanding Covenants Many properties across England and Wales are subject to covenants – legally binding...
This article was written for and published as original content in Business in East Anglia. Large organisations in the UK now face significant risk in corporate liability with the introduction...
This article was originally written and published in the Mersea Life Publication. We’ve all heard the phrase “where there’s a Will, there’s a way”, but less than half of us...
This article was written for and published as original content in East Anglian Daily Times. Understanding service charges A service charge is a mechanism contained in a lease of part...
According to recent CIPD research*, the use of hybrid work arrangements in the UK is declining, with more employers beginning to put pressure on staff to return to the office....