How shotgun and firearms licences are granted was placed under the spotlight following the high profile shootings involving Derek Bird in West Cumbria in 2010. The process and law relating to Firearms Certification is covered by the Firearms Act 1968. That Act makes it an offence for any person to have in their possession, purchase…
As a specialist firm of criminal defence solicitors, Milne Moser make the welfare of all detainees and volunteers at the police station our priority. As a specialist firm of criminal defence solicitors, Milne Moser make the welfare of all detainees and volunteers at the police station our priority. For the young and vulnerable a trip…
The behaviour of Ben Flower three minutes into Saturday nights, Rugby League Grand Final between Wigan Warriors and St Helens has left many asking whether it is appropriate for Rugby’s disciplinary procedures to deal with the incident or whether in fact criminal charges should be brought by the Crown Prosecution Service. TV footage clearly captured…
Media coverage of early stage criminal investigations The recent search of the home belonging to Sir Cliff Richard has sparked a furore of debate once again surrounding the relationship between the media and the police. The Telegraph have recently reported that images of the search beamed live via a BBC helicopter as police entered the…
Registration of manorial rights against your home Landowners and residents of rural communities have recently been receiving notices from the Land Registry about rights over their land. Why is this and should you be concerned? The simple answer is ‘no’. The spate of notices served by the Land Registry does not just affect rural landowners…
Just contemplating a move of house can be daunting, but when it comes to marketing and the legal process of selling your home, there are some simple, yet effective things that you can do to ensure that your sale is a trauma-free experience. Research is paramount where estate agents are concerned, so make enquiries before…
Time and time again, we see what should be quick and easy conveyancing transactions delayed due to the failure of the seller to obtain the necessary statutory consents when alterations were made to their property. Whilst it might seem like a good idea at the time, cutting corners where planning permission and building regulation approval…
The Guild of Professional Estate Agents (The Guild) The Guild is a national network of 600 carefully selected independent estate agents working together to consistently raise standards of excellence and professionalism in the industry. The Guild facilitates and supports its members providing marketing, business and technology solutions to ensure a ‘best in class’ service delivering…
Our offices at both Kendal and Milnthorpe are celebrating the success of their participation in Will Aid 2012. Solicitors at both offices donated their professional services free of charge during the month of November in return for charity donations from clients participating in the Will Aid scheme. Over £2,900 was raised by Milne Moser in…