Staff Spotlight – Charlotte Bandawe
In our Staff Spotlight series, we highlight key members of our team and learn more about them and their contributions. Today, we meet Charlotte Bandawe, a Solicitor and Head of the Wills and Probate Department. We are thrilled to announce that Charlotte has been appointed to the GOV.UK Court of Protection Panel of Deputies…
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Maths Teacher Banned After Stealing Hundreds of Bank Details
A former mathematics teacher has received a ban from teaching for a minimum of five years due to possession of numerous stolen bank card details and online banking logins. Louis Ssekabira admitted to a professional misconduct panel that he was “planning to commit fraud” after a police raid on his home in 2020…
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Charlotte Bandawe Appointed to GOV.UK Court of Protection Panel for the North of England
Oakwood Solicitors is delighted to announce that Charlotte Bandawe has been appointed to the prestigious GOV.UK Court of Protection Panel of Deputies for the North of England. This appointment is a significant milestone, recognising Charlotte’s extensive expertise and her unwavering dedication to supporting vulnerable individuals in complex legal matters. A Position of Trust…
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TUC Data Reveals the Scale of Britain’s Workplace Stress
A new wave of findings from the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has revealed a staggering reality: Britain is facing a national crisis of work-related stress. In its 15th biennial survey of over 2,700 safety representatives, the TUC found that four in five (79%) union reps now identify stress as the single most pressing…
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Don’t Let the Cold and VWF Steal Your Christmas Joy
This holiday season, it’s vital to raise awareness about Vibration White Finger (VWF), especially since its symptoms are notoriously aggravated by the cold weather. What is Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)? The Christmas holidays bring cheer, lights, and often, a sharp drop in temperature. For millions of workers across the UK who have been…
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Accidents in public places around Christmas
The Christmas build-up is an extremely busy time, with shops and supermarkets full to bursting on evenings and weekends, roads more hectic at peak times, and people generally out and about more as they pay visits and attend celebrations. People are generally in a huge rush to get everything done in a limited amount…
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The Higher Risk of Road Traffic Accidents in Cold Conditions
With Winter Weather Intensifying in the Lead-Up to Christmas, Safe and Cautious Driving Is Essential. Whether it’s driving to get last minute Christmas gifts, going to see your family or just celebrating the festive season, motorists need to be extra attentive in these harsh winter conditions. With the BBC reporting on yellow warnings…
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Overworking over Christmas: Stress and Employer Responsibility
Sometimes it is expected that extra work is necessary to get through peak times. However, if you are routinely unable to disengage from your job to relax over Christmas or other social occasions, you may be overworked. We live in an age where there never seems to be enough hours in a day to…
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Prioritise Your Well-being This Christmas: Access Support
The festive season, a time filled with expectation and celebration, can often be a period when families face significant emotional or financial challenges. Learn the crucial contacts to keep today. Recognising support this Christmas Recognising the increased strain of these critical weeks, it is essential to evaluate and know the support systems available…
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