Last year the UK government introduced the Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill into the House of Lords, where it has passed second reading and on 3 February was amended by a special public bill committee. This Bill was recommended by the Law Commission of England and Wales to help clarify the law relating to property… Read More Exploring the Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill: what it does and does not do
The UK government published guidance relating to the ‘View an LPA’ service on 10 May 2024. This is a secure online service that allows companies and organisations to check the information contained within lasting powers of attorney (LPA) in England and Wales. Purpose of View an LPA An LPA will usually be verified by someone… Read More New guidance for ‘View an LPA’ service in England and Wales
Delegates from across the world attended STEP’s Special Interest Spotlight Sessions in London, UK on 9 December. Expert panellists discussed the latest issues affecting philanthropic giving, cross-border estates, international clients, business families, contentious trusts and estates, mental incapacity and digital assets.… Read More Succession issues for the modern family with estates with cross-border elements
Over the last six months, the England and Wales Regional Committee has been involved in some significant changes to policy, education and business planning initiatives. These adjustments have presented both challenges and opportunities and have been received with enthusiasm by our members. The Committee spent time at the beginning of the year providing input to… Read More STEP England & Wales Biannual Statement – June 2014
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