Joint bank accounts are often viewed as a convenient way to assist aging family members to manage their funds in this increasingly technological world. However, while joint bank accounts may simplify day to day banking and bill payments for aging family members, they can create complications from an estate planning and estate administration perspective. Understanding these risks is essential before adding another person to an account or relying on joint ownership as an estate planning strategy.

Are you involved with a society incorporated as a board under the Charitable Trusts Act 1957? If you are, do you know how the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 applies to your society? This article looks at the implications of the new Incorporated Societies Act 2022 for societies incorporated under the Charitable Trusts Act.

From 28 May 2026, licensed premises can accept approved digital ID as evidence of age for alcohol purchases. While this is a relatively small regulatory amendment, it represents a significant shift toward digital verification in everyday transactions. Operators will need to make conscious decisions about whether and how to adopt it.