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Here are the rules around babysitting in the UK and what questions to ask yours

What are the laws for babysitting in the UK? All to know including NSPCC advice

What age can a child stay home alone? Here's what the NSPCC says

What age can a child stay home alone? Here's what the NSPCC says

What age can a child stay home alone? Here's what the NSPCC says

University of Southampton Law students and McKenzie Friends Jacob Dolendo Hernandez, Abigail Bazyluk, Celine Hanna and Saleema Flynn-Abbasi.

University of Southampton Law students and McKenzie Friends Jacob Dolendo Hernandez, Abigail Bazyluk, Celine Hanna and Saleema Flynn-Abbasi.

University of Southampton

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Students to help local people defend themselves in small claims court

The e-scooter and hire bike stands on the south side of Southampton Central Railway Station. Picture: LDRS

The e-scooter and hire bike stands on the south side of Southampton Central Railway Station. Picture: LDRS

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Police issue important e-scooter advice as they warn of prosecutions

Thrings has announced the qualification of Isobel Gentle and Emily Gulliver.

Thrings has announced the qualification of Isobel Gentle and Emily Gulliver.

Jobs and careers

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Law firm welcomes two new lawyers to Romsey office

Flower picking is covered under two acts of legislation: Under s4(3) of the Theft Act 1968; and The Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981

Flower picking is covered under two acts of legislation: Under s4(3) of the Theft Act 1968; and The Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981

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Is it illegal to pick flowers in the UK? Law expert issues warning

Stephen Graham stars alongside Owen Cooper in Adolescence.

Stephen Graham stars alongside Owen Cooper in Adolescence.

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Law firm says hit Netflix series 'misrepresented' job role

L to R Jonathan Whettingsteel, Renata Rusu, Erica Ramos, Brad Kershaw

L to R Jonathan Whettingsteel, Renata Rusu, Erica Ramos, Brad Kershaw

Aberdeen University

University offers free legal advice service to residents

New Forest MP Desmond Swayne/Axel Rudakubana.

New Forest MP Desmond Swayne/Axel Rudakubana.

'We devalue human life by our refusal to punish those who take it with death'

Jon Windeatt, 87, holding a previous Parking Charge Notice (PCN).

Jon Windeatt, 87, holding a previous Parking Charge Notice (PCN).

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Pensioner vows not to pay 'mindboggling' community centre parking fine

The incident took place at the Department for Work and Pensions

The incident took place at the Department for Work and Pensions

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Crash victim given compensation after colleague draws comparison to Stephen Hawking

Currently, it is legal to purchase e-scooters in the UK and they cannot be insured

Currently, it is legal to purchase e-scooters in the UK and they cannot be insured

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Police commissioner urges parents not to buy children e-scooters this Christmas

Stuart McGarrick with his wife Yelena and his daughter-in-law, Natasha Antonova

Stuart McGarrick with his wife Yelena and his daughter-in-law, Natasha Antonova

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Dental patient gets £6k payout after 'searing' pain and multiple infections

Disposable vapes will be banned in 8 months

Disposable vapes will be banned in 8 months

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Exact date for vape ban issued amid ‘deeply worrying’ teenage trend

Can I park on a dropped kerb in England, Scotland and Wales?

Can I park on a dropped kerb in England, Scotland and Wales?

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Is it illegal to park your car in front of a driveway or on a dropped kerb?

It is not advised to begin filling in potholes yourself

It is not advised to begin filling in potholes yourself

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Am I legally allowed to fill in potholes myself on UK roads? Here is the law

Jurit LLP's Yasmin Hoque has been named in EqualityX's Top 50 Influential Muslims in Europe list for 2024

Jurit LLP's Yasmin Hoque has been named in EqualityX's Top 50 Influential Muslims in Europe list for 2024

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Southampton solicitor named one of top 50 influential Muslims in Europe

$The pedestrian was released from hospital with a fractured skull after being hit by a bike$ $The pedestrian was released from hospital with a fractured skull after being hit by a bike$

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Teen pedestrian hit by bike was sent home from hospital with fractured skull

Pamela and John Warren

Pamela and John Warren

Widow seeking answers two years after 'wonderful' husband's asbestos-related death

School pay-out for victims of infected blood scandal is branded 'insulting'

The Southampton Legal Walk in 2023

The Southampton Legal Walk in 2023

Southampton Legal Walk to support access to justice

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

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Is it illegal to park on a dropped kerb outside your own house? Rules explained

Have you been fined for parking on a pavement in England before?

Have you been fined for parking on a pavement in England before?

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Is it illegal to park on the pavement in England and can you be fined for it?

Do you have a Blue Badge? Worthing making sure you know this.

Do you have a Blue Badge? Worthing making sure you know this.

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Can you park anywhere if you have a blue badge? The rules and regulations

A car parked on the pavement in Cornwall Road, Southampton

A car parked on the pavement in Cornwall Road, Southampton

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Southampton residents back pavement parking ban, study finds

Travellers have pitched up at Southampton Sports Centre

Travellers have pitched up at Southampton Sports Centre

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Travellers pitch up at sports centre after police action elsewhere

Do you often see cars attempting to park under a bridge?

Do you often see cars attempting to park under a bridge?

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Is it illegal to park under a bridge and can you be fined? These are the rules

What is the maximum height of a garden fence in the UK?

What is the maximum height of a garden fence in the UK?

How high can a garden fence between neighbours be in the UK?

Jake Holmes has joined Shakespeare Martineau in Southampton

Jake Holmes has joined Shakespeare Martineau in Southampton

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Law firm appoints Legal 500-ranked partner as part of Southampton expansion

What is the maximum height of a garden fence in the UK?

What is the maximum height of a garden fence in the UK?

How high can a garden fence between neighbours be in the UK?

If you drop smoking related litter, you could be hit with fines of up to £2,500 and a receive a criminal record

If you drop smoking related litter, you could be hit with fines of up to £2,500 and a receive a criminal record

Can I be fined for dropping a cigarette? This is what the law says

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

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Drivers warned over common summer mistake that could land them £1,000 fine

Beachgoers should make sure they don't take shells or pebbles home from the beach

Beachgoers should make sure they don't take shells or pebbles home from the beach

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5 little-known illegal activities you should avoid doing on UK beaches

Is it illegal to trespass in the UK? What the Metropolitan Police says about the activity

Is it illegal to trespass in the UK? What the Metropolitan Police says about the activity

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Is it illegal to trespass in the UK? Everything you need to know

Fly-tipping is a blight on streets across the UK

Fly-tipping is a blight on streets across the UK

Is it illegal to fly tip on your own land? Everything you need to know

Sam Longmore of Thrings

Sam Longmore of Thrings

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Thrings solicitor earns Junior Lawyer of the Year award

Jon Windeatt, 86

Jon Windeatt, 86

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Man slapped with Tesco parking fine vows he 'will not pay'

How do I check if someone is using my WiFi?

How do I check if someone is using my WiFi?

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Can my neighbour legally use my WiFi without permission in the UK?

L-R Ray Welsby, Paula Swain and James Hawkeswood

L-R Ray Welsby, Paula Swain and James Hawkeswood

Law firm bolsters Southampton team with experienced commercial litigator

Abigail Sclanders, Maxine Winfield, Natalie Hutchins, Naomi Wilkes, Jack Welfare, Kerry Dovey

Abigail Sclanders, Maxine Winfield, Natalie Hutchins, Naomi Wilkes, Jack Welfare, Kerry Dovey

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Law firm raises thousands for local hospice

The garden-building experts at Tiger, have revealed nine ways that we Brits could potentially be fined in our yards.

The garden-building experts at Tiger, have revealed nine ways that we Brits could potentially be fined in our yards.

9 ways you could be fined in your own garden and face fines of up to £30k

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Most vehicles have some kind of interior light which is often called dome or courtesy lights.

Is it illegal to drive with your car's inside lights on?

The RCPCH said amendments needed to be made to the law in England and Northern Ireland to rule out 'grey areas' for smacking children

The RCPCH said amendments needed to be made to the law in England and Northern Ireland to rule out 'grey areas' for smacking children

What is the law on smacking children in England? Paediatricians urge for change

Although it's rare that taking things from a skip is considered stealing, there is still a risk that taking materials from a skip could be seen as theft, according to Skip Hire UK.

Although it's rare that taking things from a skip is considered stealing, there is still a risk that taking materials from a skip could be seen as theft, according to Skip Hire UK.

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Is it illegal to take waste out of a skip? The law you should know on skip diving

The car leasing comparison site MoneyShake has issued a reminder to drivers hoping to make the most of their days off over the Bank Holiday. (Getty Images/ PA)

The car leasing comparison site MoneyShake has issued a reminder to drivers hoping to make the most of their days off over the Bank Holiday. (Getty Images/ PA)

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Brits urged to do one simple check this Easter Bank Holiday or risk being fined

The warning comes from expert Chris Bonnett from Gardening Express who has urged people to check whether trees in their garden are protected before carrying out work.

The warning comes from expert Chris Bonnett from Gardening Express who has urged people to check whether trees in their garden are protected before carrying out work.

Warning issued to homeowners over 'huge' fines over trimming trees

Is my neighbour legally obliged to return my football if it lands on their property

Is my neighbour legally obliged to return my football if it lands on their property

Is it illegal to go into someone's garden to get your football back?

Generally, species of rodents aren’t legally protected in the UK but the hazel dormouse, water vole and red squirrel all are

Generally, species of rodents aren’t legally protected in the UK but the hazel dormouse, water vole and red squirrel all are

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Are rats and mice legally protected in the UK? The law surrounding wild rodents

Can I park on a dropped kerb in England, Scotland and Wales?

Can I park on a dropped kerb in England, Scotland and Wales?

Is it illegal to park your car in front of a driveway or on a dropped kerb?

Have you ever received a fine due to 'excessive bird gatherings' in your garden?

Have you ever received a fine due to 'excessive bird gatherings' in your garden?

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Can you get fined for feeding birds and is it illegal? See what the experts say

Anyone earning below a certain amount will no longer be able to have their family join them to live in the UK

Anyone earning below a certain amount will no longer be able to have their family join them to live in the UK

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New Tory 'cost of loving' law threatens to split up thousands of UK couples

Non-resident landlord tax Obligations in UK

Non-resident landlord tax Obligations in UK

Non-resident landlord tax Obligations in UK

Sound systems, your front door colour and overhanging trees are among the home improvements that you need to be very careful of.

Sound systems, your front door colour and overhanging trees are among the home improvements that you need to be very careful of.

These home improvements could land you an ASBO, a criminal record or large fine

Parking in your neighbour's driveway and not maintaining your house's gutters and drains are some of the laws you could be breaking without realising.

Parking in your neighbour's driveway and not maintaining your house's gutters and drains are some of the laws you could be breaking without realising.

10 laws you may be unknowingly breaking at home (and the fines they'll cost you)