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Does dementia stop you from signing a Will?
“Does dementia stop me from making a Will?” It’s a question we often get asked, along with dozens of similar queries on behalf of parents, grandparents and other relatives. Estate...
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How can I prevent my child from being abducted?
The prospect of the other parent taking your child abroad, without your consent, is a frightening one. But with a rise in international relationships comes an increase in international separations,...
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Elderly parents and care: how to have that difficult conversation
Contrary to popular belief, difficult conversations aren’t restricted to our teenage years. Adulthood brings its fair share of uncomfortable topics – not least those related to our ageing parents and...
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Why Lasting Powers of Attorney aren’t just for the elderly
Whilst we all recognise the importance of writing our Will, fewer of us will be considering a Lasting Power of Attorney, or an LPA. This enables you to appoint someone to...
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Linking up with Bristol Energy to fight dementia
Hot on the heels of our Dementia Awareness Week donation scheme, we’re excited to announce our affiliate deal with Bristol Energy, which allows our staff to fundraise for BRACE when...
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We’re supporting Dementia Awareness Week
At Barcan+Kirby, we’re proud to announce our support for Dementia Awareness Week, running 15th to 21st May 2017. Dementia Awareness Week aims to unite people across the UK to take...
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Inheritance Tax on gifts: what are the rules?
New research suggests that tax breaks on gifts between family members could encourage more parents and grandparents to pass on a ‘living inheritance’ to the younger generation, giving them a...
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How might Brexit affect the NHS and our health?
As the dust continues to settle on the UK’s decision to leave the EU, many people are considering the impact on our National Health Service in the wake of Brexit....
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I’ve been given the wrong medication – what are my rights?
Whether over-the-counter medication or prescription drugs, we rely on pharmacists and GPs to make sure we get the right medicine. So if things go wrong and you’re given the wrong...
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Barcan+Kirby announces internal promotions
We’re delighted to announce a number of internal promotions, including the appointment of Senior Associate Claire Hurrell to Partner, as the firm continues to go from strength to strength. Claire,...
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We raised over £2,000 for St Peter’s Hospice during Make a Will Fortnight
We’re delighted to announce that Barcan+Kirby has raised over £2,000 for St Peter’s Hospice, as part of their Make a Will Fortnight last October. During Make a Will Fortnight, members...
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High street vs online: what’s the best way to sell your property?
Selling a house can be a daunting process, and those that wish to sell their property have to go through a somewhat long and complex process to secure the best...
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