Lord Ponsonby, the Minister responsible for family justice, has confirmed that the family mediation voucher scheme will be continued for a further year, to March 2026. Following the news, Stephen Burke, Chair of The Family Mediation Council (FMC), said: “Analysis of the family mediation voucher scheme has shown it to be successful in helping people
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Family Mediation Week – 27-31 January 2025
Organised by the Family Mediation Council, Family Mediation Week provides an opportunity to raise awareness of family mediation and its benefits to separating families. The aim is to let more people know about the benefits of family mediation and encourage separating couples to think about family mediation as a way of helping them take control,
Obituary – Jane Munden
We are deeply saddened to announce the recent passing of our colleague and friend Jane Munden. Jane was a Senior Solicitor employed within MKB’s family law team and had shown immense skill and passion for her work in her time with the firm. But that only tells a very small part of her story. Qualifying
Drop In Clinic – Library @ The Lightbox
Barnsley Christmas Toy Appeal
MKB Solicitors are delighted to announce that they will be a drop off point for the Barnsley Christmas Toy Appeal. We are accepting donations immediately at our offices at 1-11 Huddersfield Road anytime during our opening hours. All donations will be sent onto the official Barnsley Christmas Toy Appeal group and from there donated to
Understanding the Chancellor’s Budget: Implications for Farmers
The recent budget announcement from the Chancellor has sparked significant discussion within the agricultural community. As we navigate through the details, it’s crucial to assess how these financial decisions impact farmers across the country, particularly in these challenging times. Key Takeaways from the Budget The Chancellor’s budget presented a mixed bag for the
MKB’s Litigation Team goes from strength to strength
The litigation team at MKB Solicitors has flourished over the past year, bolstered by the addition of new solicitors. Helen Thompson, Luke Newton, Natalie Briscoe and Charlea Ogley form a team boasting fantastic strength in depth, able to meticulously fight the corner of its clients across the Yorkshire region. These talented solicitors bring a wealth
The Private Rental Sector – what exactly is going to change?
In recent years, talk of reform to the private rental sector has never been far from the political agenda, but what exactly is set to change? The most discussed of the proposed reforms has been the intended abolishment of the “Section 21” procedure. Most political parties have spoken about their desire to bring an end
A new addition to our Family Department
We are very pleased to announce that Dawn Lowry has joined our Family Department. Dawn is a very experienced Family Lawyer and also an Accredited Mediator. Welcome to the team.