Primodos – The Hormone Pregnancy Test
What was Primodos used for and why was it withdrawn in the UK? Primodos is a form of hormonal pregnancy test which was produced by the German company Schering AG (now Bayer PLC), and was available in the UK from 1958 to 1978. The medication was withdrawn from general dispensing after allegations emerged that…
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Abbey National Interest Rate Error
Abbey National was one of the largest residential mortgage lenders in the UK before it was bought out by the Spanish banking giant, Santander, in January 2010. After Santander’s purchase of Abbey National, it slowly became clear due to a technical error in the drafting of Abbey’s 2004 Standard Mortgage Conditions, that many thousands…
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Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2020
With Elder Abuse Awareness Day today – June 15th 2020, it was refreshing to see the topic being discussed on ITV’s Loose Women recently. Whilst focusing on the financial abuse of elders, one of the panel mentioned that she had been recommended to obtain a Power of Attorney by her solicitor. Although she acknowledged that…
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Elder Abuse Awareness Day – 15th June
Elder abuse is a global social issue which affects the health and human rights of millions of older persons around the world. The United Nations General Assembly, in its resolution 66/127, designated June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It represents the one day in the year when the whole world voices its opposition…
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Does My Will Need Updating?
When a Will is made, the terms of the Will reflect the wishes of the Testator (the maker of the Will) at that particular time. The Testator made the Will with the intention that those wishes are followed. However, over time as our personal circumstances change or indeed those of our intended beneficiaries, it is…
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What Are My Inheritance Tax Allowances After 6 April 2020?
Life has changed for the nation since the emergence of the Coronavirus which prompted the lockdown to be implemented by the Government from 23 March 2020. Since this date, life as we knew it has changed. However, with the media providing vital updates about how to keep safe and remain alert whilst the government restrictions…
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I Need To Make A Will – Should I Do It Myself?
The simple answer is yes you can, but you need to ask yourself if this is the right option for you. You will have seen an increase in Will writing services offered Online, especially now during the lockdown when physically accessing legal services has been made difficult. The Online services for making a Will…
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How To Sign Your Will Whilst Social Distancing
From 23 March 2020 the Government Lockdown resulted in all Solicitors’ offices being closed for client meetings due to the Coronavirus and social distancing measures were put in place. During this uncertain time Oakwood Solicitors have been doing our utmost to continue to provide a full service to our clients whilst adhering to the…
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Dementia Carers – Health and Emotional Wellbeing
A dementia diagnosis is a worrying, frustrating and scary time for a sufferer, but what’s discussed less often is the impact it can have on the lives and health of family carers and friends.
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