Melinda Giles
@melindagileslaw.bsky.social
Legal aid gong for Kneecap’s firm @wearelapg.bsky.social awards; Ex Stobart Barristers legal chief barred from running practices; 1st woman solicitor deserves @englishheritage.bsky.social blue plaque, says @melindagileslaw.bsky.social - in @TimesLaw today. www.thetimes.com/uk/law/artic...
Legal aid gong for Kneecap’s Belfast firm
The cases, the chatter, the chaos: what’s really going on in the law
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July 19, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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Power of Attorney isn't just for older folk. I got mine in my 30s. Eg young couples with kids oft have separate finances & sadly accidents, strokes, illness can happen.
A snippet of my full wills, PoA & inheritance tax show, watch it on www.itv.com/watch/the-ma...
Please share, it's important info
A snippet of my full wills, PoA & inheritance tax show, watch it on www.itv.com/watch/the-ma...
Please share, it's important info
Done a Power of Attorney? Its arguably more important than a will. How it works and tips to DIY
YouTube video by MoneySavingExpert.com
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March 21, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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@limebikelitter.bsky.social
Exton Street, opposite Waterloo Station. Inaccessible for emergency vehicles or pedestrians.
Exton Street, opposite Waterloo Station. Inaccessible for emergency vehicles or pedestrians.
January 24, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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Exton Street, opposite Waterloo Station. Inaccessible for emergency vehicles or pedestrians.
Exton Street, opposite Waterloo Station. Inaccessible for emergency vehicles or pedestrians.
Wes Streeting on the Today programme discussing costs and the additional point- will doctors have a duty/be permitted to raise with those that “qualify”, or wait to be asked. Interesting spaces to watch ahead.
My letter in @thetimes.com on the practicalities of implementing fair access to the ideology of The Assisted Dying Bill. How will our struggling NHS and legal system cope?
January 3, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Wes Streeting on the Today programme discussing costs and the additional point- will doctors have a duty/be permitted to raise with those that “qualify”, or wait to be asked. Interesting spaces to watch ahead.
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A wonderful frolic back to the past- lots of fun and laughter and a reminder of how innovative this was, especially for women’s comedy.
A wonderful frolic back to the past- lots of fun and laughter and a reminder of how innovative this was, especially for women’s comedy.
The Reunion - Absolutely Fabulous - BBC Sounds
Kirsty Wark and guests recall the making of the popular 90s sitcom Absolutely Fabulous.
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January 1, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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A wonderful frolic back to the past- lots of fun and laughter and a reminder of how innovative this was, especially for women’s comedy.
A wonderful frolic back to the past- lots of fun and laughter and a reminder of how innovative this was, especially for women’s comedy.
Life really is too short to iron tablecloths but it’s much more fun with #BillNighy and #LoveActually
December 23, 2024 at 12:19 PM
Life really is too short to iron tablecloths but it’s much more fun with #BillNighy and #LoveActually
I’ve been talking again. LPAs are a hot topic!
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In the Media
A leading contributor, interviewee and speaker on private client matters across all media platforms, here are some of Melinda’s most recent TV, radio and…
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December 10, 2024 at 6:09 PM
I’ve been talking again. LPAs are a hot topic!
www.melindagiles.com/in-the-media
www.melindagiles.com/in-the-media
My letter in @thetimes.com on the practicalities of implementing fair access to the ideology of The Assisted Dying Bill. How will our struggling NHS and legal system cope?
December 2, 2024 at 10:01 AM
My letter in @thetimes.com on the practicalities of implementing fair access to the ideology of The Assisted Dying Bill. How will our struggling NHS and legal system cope?
The devil is in the detail- 10% pay rise on 1996 rates. These lawyers are looking at a rise to an hourly rate of £65. Not in their pocket- for the provision of legal advice with all the overheads. This is just a tiny baby step.
#accesstojustice is crucial to our society
#accesstojustice is crucial to our society
Legal aid fees to rise by 10% for immigration and housing after lawyer action
Legal aid fees to rise by 10% for immigration and housing after lawyer action
Many lawyers gave up legal aid work due to very low rates, creating backlog of asylum cases and appeals
Ministers are to announce a 10% increase in legal aid fees for immigration and housing work after action by lawyers who warned that the failure to…
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2024 at 11:24 AM
The devil is in the detail- 10% pay rise on 1996 rates. These lawyers are looking at a rise to an hourly rate of £65. Not in their pocket- for the provision of legal advice with all the overheads. This is just a tiny baby step.
#accesstojustice is crucial to our society
#accesstojustice is crucial to our society
Why are we not all celebrating this film as a fantastic example of male allyship for women! The whole IVF story, the period drama is fabulous enough in this gorgeous film, but fighting for recognition for the women is the icing on top!
November 24, 2024 at 2:49 PM
Why are we not all celebrating this film as a fantastic example of male allyship for women! The whole IVF story, the period drama is fabulous enough in this gorgeous film, but fighting for recognition for the women is the icing on top!
For anyone with a heart and soul (everyone here?…), and double portions for those keeping an eye on the Assisted Dying Bill, this is a must listen. Excellent.
Listen to today's full episode: Kim Leadbeater on assisted dying, fractious politics and Jo Cox
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The News Agents - Podcast | Global Player
<p>Next week, MPs will get their first opportunity in almost a decade to vote on extending the choices available to terminally ill people at the end of their lives. A contentious subject, The Assisted...
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November 22, 2024 at 7:35 PM
For anyone with a heart and soul (everyone here?…), and double portions for those keeping an eye on the Assisted Dying Bill, this is a must listen. Excellent.