26 July 2024 Blog The 25% Solution: Defra’s Approach to Harmonizing Agriculture and Environment Defra have recently implemented restrictions on the Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme after concerns that too much land would be diverted away from food production. Joseph Notice, an Associate in the Agriculture team, discusses the recent changes and highlights the challenges faced in striking the perfect balance between environmental sustainability and food security. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
26 July 2024 Blog Some people think that the freedom of speech legislation is all over! Is it? Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
25 July 2024 Blog Skills England launch paves way for re-shaping Apprenticeship Levy Government plans for new apprenticeship body... Share this article Bookmark this page 1 min read
25 July 2024 Blog Are you Stressed? Food Supplements under ASA Spotlight for Claims around Mental Cognitive State, ADHD & advertising novel foods which are not authorised for sale in the UK In a series of rulings all published together ASA has underlined the importance of food supplements not making unauthorised health claims or medical claims to prevent, treat or cure disease or implied claims relating to anxiety, stress, fatigue, energy, focus, memory, sleep and more general ‘wellness’ claims. Share this article Bookmark this page 9 min read
25 July 2024 Blog Competition law issues in the life sciences sector: labour markets Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
24 July 2024 Blog Digital identities washed up or kicked out? We examine how the dropping of the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill and the change of government has impacted the proposed changes to digital identity verification. Share this article Bookmark this page 4 min read
24 July 2024 Blog CQC prosecution of registered care home manager CQC prosecute a care home manager for failing to protect a vulnerable resident from sexual assault... Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
24 July 2024 Blog Inquests and inquiries: two significant new laws coming down the track The inclusion of both the Hillsborough Law and Martyn’s Law in the King’s Speech is a big moment... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
24 July 2024 Blog The future of sustainability - is it all blue skies and Green Clouds? In response to the global climate crisis, a wave of green technologies, expertise and energy sources have emerged, giving rise to a green economy. We explore the concepts of Green IT and the Green Cloud and how they respond to the challenges faced by cloud providers and companies looking to transition to cloud based solutions. Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read
24 July 2024 Blog Computer says "No". The use and Misuse of AI in hiring and performance evaluation contexts HR, like any other business function, is not immune to technological development. We examine how AI is already impacting some aspects of HR, the legal risks this may pose and steps you may wish to consider to mitigate those risks... Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read
24 July 2024 Blog Sparking momentum on ESG: healthtech spotlight This final report in our ESG Ignite series highlights the enthusiasm of senior leaders... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
23 July 2024 Blog All change to the UK's competition law regime After much anticipation the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill passed is now law. The Act is expected to take effect in Autumn 2024. Representing the most significant reform to UK competition and consumer protection laws for over 20 years, the DMCC Act introduces substantial changes in relation to digital market regulation, merger control and competition law enforcement and consumer protection. In this briefing, we highlight the key takeaways relating to each of the areas highlighted above, that will be of interest to a wide range of organisations in the tech sector... Share this article Bookmark this page 7 min read