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• The issue with Sexual Harm Prevention Orders
  A Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) is an order imposed by a Court on an individual where it is considered “necessary to protect the public from sexual harm”. Under the Sexual Offences Act 2003, the court may impose a SHPO in relation to ‘any person who has been convicted ...read more
• Commercial leases – Subletting: key issues
  Subletting (also known as underletting) might be an option worth considering if you find you have more space than you need at the moment, with many staff still working remotely and ongoing challenges which are putting pressure on the bottom line ...read more
• Furlough Fraud
  The government thinks that furlough fraud has been widespread during the pandemic. HMRC want to recover £1bn of fraudulent furlough cash over the next two years. ...read more
• Penman Sedgwick are pleased to announce that Ross Brooks has commenced his training contract
  Penman Sedgwick are pleased to announce that Ross Brooks has commenced his training contract with the firm, and is working in his new role as a Trainee Solicitor. ...read more
• Cladding Issues a Major Concern for Flat Owners
  Flat owners in high-rise (and other less substantial) blocks are still having to contend with the risk to life 4 years after the Grenfell Tower fire, as well as the continuing difficulties in selling or remortgaging their flats ...read more
• Kamran Shah appointed as Partner and Head of Residential Property
  We are pleased to announce that Kamran Shah has been appointed as a Partner of the firm and has taken over the role of Head of Residential Property with effect from 1st July 2021. ...read more
• Watford winning again with support from Penman Sedgwick
  Watford win again with support from Penman Sedgwick! Looking forward to welcoming fans back to Vicarage Rd soon! ...read more
• Extension to Stamp Duty Land Tax Relief
  The Chancellor announced in his recent budget an extension to the temporary stamp duty land tax relief (originally introduced in July 2020) until 30th June 2021. Thereafter it will be tapered until 30th September 2021 ...read more
• Watford promoted to the Premier League!
  Watford promoted back to the Prem with support from Penman Sedgwick! ...read more
• Another great win for Watford with support from Penman Sedgwick!
  Another great win for Watford with support from Penman Sedgwick! ...read more
• Another great goal from Troy Deeney!
  Penman Sedgwick are proud sponsors of Watford FC, and we're all looking forward to seeing great goals like this at Vicarage Road again soon! ...read more
• Big changes on the way for millions of struggling leaseholders as Government announces changes to lease extension rights
  When a lease approaches 81 years remaining on the term, buyers and their lenders would expect a lease to be extended in order to avoid expensive lease extensions costs at a later stage ...read more
• Making a Will in uncertain times.
  During these uncertain times it's important to think about making a Will to ensure that those people you want to inherit actually do, we can help. ...read more
• What would happen if you couldn’t deal with your financial affairs due to ill health?
  If you would like to talk further about making a Lasting Power of Attorney, we can provide advice and guidance. ...read more
• Have you lost a loved one to Covid19?
  If you have you lost a loved one to Covid 19, we can provide advice and support to help you and your family. ...read more
• Residential Property Boom – but not for all!
  The recent boom in residential property sales caused by pent up demand from the Covid 19 lockdown and the stamp duty land tax reduction has been a real boon for many in the property industry and home owners across the country. ...read more
• Katie Ward promoted to Associate Solicitor at Penman Sedgwick
  We are pleased to announce that Katie Ward has been promoted to Associate Solicitor at Penman Sedgwick! ...read more
• Commercial Leases and Contractual Break Rights
  Are you a commercial tenant with an imminent break right? If so, and if you are considering exercising this right, it is vital that you take great care in doing so.  ...read more
• Penman Sedgwick support the ‘Chilterns MS Centre’s Make a Will Month’ in November
  Penman Sedgwick join in Chilterns MS Centre's Make A Will Month: during November we will be waiving our fees for standard Wills in lieu of a donation to the Centre.  ...read more
• Commercial Leases: the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19), Part 3
  In my previous columns I have touched upon the impact the pandemic is having on the provisions in many commercial leases relating to payment of quarterly rents, and also the changing occupational requirements of some commercial tenants. ...read more
• Commercial Leases: the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19), Part 2
  In my previous column I highlighted the impact of the current pandemic on the provisions in many commercial leases relating to payment of quarterly rents – something that is still an issue for many landlords and tenants with the advent of the June quarter day. In this issue I focus on the impact the pandemic is having on the occupational requirements of some commercial tenants. ...read more
• Commercial Leases: Quarterly rents, cashflow and the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19), Part 1
  Most commercial leases require the tenant to pay the annual rent due to the landlord in advance by four equal quarterly instalments during each year of the term, ...read more
• We’re still cheering for Watford!
  Penman Sedgwick are delighted to sponsor Watford FC, and we're all hoping for a speedy return of the Premier League, ...read more
• Showcasing local pride through football sponsorship
  Penman Sedgwick has celebrated its long-running commitment to the Watford community by joining the Watford FC Regional Partner Programme ...read more
• Penman Sedgwick Supports Watford FC
  Penman Sedgwick are pleased to support Watford FC. The firm are proud members of ...read more