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Arrods

Us Justice?

I've been following - and enjoying - a You Tube channel run by a US lawyer. I got a bit of a shock though to find out it's possible to swap out certain traffic offences, all condoned by... ...

galasalmon

Stealing Oil

A friend who lives in the Highlands has been reading about getting oil stolen from their tanks and as she has a tank is wondering what she can do to prevent this or show how it can be shown to the... ...

hannah40

Long Term Fostering

I have been a foster carer for a local,council for 12 years. The young person has Down syndrome. when the child moved in with me we were given a fee that covers our cost ,bills, care food, rent,... ...

winkyridg

Right To Buy Scheme, Will I Lose My Discount If I Move To Another Council Property?

Hi, I'm not sure if i'm posting this question in the right place, we've lived in our Council property for 15 years, it's a 3 bed, there are only my partner and myself living there now, all... ...

renegadefm

Verisure Security

Last year we had Verisure Security system added because someone was going round damaging cars, so we decided to add cameras at the back and front of the house, especially as I work night shifts,... ...

rockyracoon

Witness For The Prosecution

In the UK, are the jury allowed to know if a witness has been given a deal to testify? For example, they were caught red handed with something but will give evidence in exchange for immunity... ...

Mike25

Neighbours Log Cabin Beside My Wobbly Tree

My neighbour bought a new log cabin and had it installed right beside our property line and a tree that if fell would destroy his cabin. I assume if it falls I'll have to pay for the damage?... ...

renegadefm

Is He Entitled To Half The House?

My partners friend owns a house that was left to her by her grandfather in his will, so when he died the house became hers. She was married at the time, but since then the relationship as broken... ...

j0nb0y

Tree Damage To Property

My Mums house was damaged last year by a tree that blew over from the house next door to her. The house next door belongs to the local council. We contacted them, and they asked us to get the... ...

savvy_sue

What Is The Best Place To Draft A Last Will?

I've been pondering over the best place to draft my Last Will. Drafting a Last Will is a crucial step in planning for the future, and I want to make sure I choose the right service that combines... ...

jess131

Pension Sharing Order

My divorce went to court 16 October 2023. Finances agreed and pension sharing order granted. Decree Absolute dated 9 Feb 2024 as there was a delay at court. My case was sitting on someones desk... ...

jw47

Housing Benefit

My sisters local Council is asking her for over £19,000 for housing benefit she has been getting for 12 years. Apparently she had over £16 k when she was first given it, but she insists they never... ...