York Employers’ duty to prevent third-party harassment is getting closer
Is your business ready for the new legal duty coming into force in October 2026? From October 2026, employers will have a new legal duty under the Employment Rights Act 2025 to take all reasonable steps to prevent employees from being harassed by third parties, including customers, clients, contractors, suppliers and visitors. The changes will […]
Pre-Christmas Networking Reception – Thursday 19 November, 2026
As the year draws to a close, we invite you to join us for an informal networking event at Sandburn Hall, bringing together clients, contacts and members of the local business community for an enjoyable evening of conversation and connection. This event provides an excellent opportunity to reconnect with existing contacts, meet new people from […]
Workplace Harassment: Know Your rights / UK Employment Law Advice
Ware & Kay Solicitors runs a weekly legal clinic at the Wesley Centre (Malton) providing a welcoming and accessible place for people in the local community to seek legal guidance. In this video, Jessica Gower, Head of Employment, meets a client experiencing difficulties at work following alleged unwanted conduct at a Christmas party. Jessica discusses […]
Ware & Kay celebrates Law Society appointments across Yorkshire
Ware & Kay Solicitors is celebrating two senior appointments within Yorkshire’s legal community, with Managing Director David Hyams appointed Vice President of the Yorkshire Law Society and Associate Bethany Worthy appointed President of the Scarborough Law Society. David will go on to become President of the Yorkshire Law Society in May 2027. David Hyams appointed […]
The New Six-Month Unfair Dismissal Rule: What Employers need to do now
In January 2027 the reduction of the 2 year qualifying period for an employee to be able to claim unfair dismissal to 6 months will be in place. This means new staff you have taken on in July 2026, who you decide are no longer a fit for your company, will potentially be able to […]
Dog Walking Fields: A new opportunity for farm diversification
The search for reliable, weather-proof income streams has led many farmers to look beyond traditional arable and livestock enterprises. One of the fastest-growing trends is the private-hire dog walking field. Converting an underused paddock into a secure dog park can turn low-yielding land into a high-margin cash generator. However, moving land out of traditional agricultural […]
What are a landowner’s remedies where access over their private road is blocked by protesters: the McCafferty case?
This issue has become particularly relevant following the decision of the Supreme Court earlier this year in R v McCafferty which considered whether there could be a public nuisance on private land. The background to the McCafferty case concerned six defendants who on 8 September 2022, participated in an “Animal Rebellion” protest at Muller UK’s […]
Why it’s time to review your Will
Most people write a Will with the best of intentions, then leave it untouched for years. The recent case of McDaniel v Talbot demonstrates just how quickly life can outgrow an outdated Will and why it is important to keep your Will under regular review. In 2014, Mark Talbot made a Will expressly excluding his […]
Expert Residential Property advice when you need it most
Buying or selling a home is one of life’s biggest financial commitments. Whether you’re stepping onto the property ladder for the first time, moving to a larger family home or downsizing, the legal process can often seem complex and stressful. Having experienced legal support can make all the difference. At Ware & Kay Solicitors, clients […]
Yorkshire Business – Meet the Boss – David Hyams, Managing Director
Tell us about the day-to-day life of your job? My role is focused on the strategic leadership and overall direction of the firm. A significant part of my time is working with my fellow directors and senior leadership team to shape our strategy, drive sustainable growth and ensure we continue to evolve in an increasingly […]
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