19 July 2024 Blog Labour's employment policy plans: good work Following the King's Speech on 17 July, we explore the Government's plans to promote good working practices and enhance worker's rights. Share this article Bookmark this page 4 min read
18 July 2024 Blog New cyber security and data Bills announced Among the measures announced yesterday in the first King’s Speech of the Starmer Government are Bills that will update current cybersecurity and data legislation... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
17 July 2024 Blog JCT Design and Build 2024: Modernisation and streamlining On 17 April 2024 the Joints Contracts Tribunal (JCT) released the JCT Design and Build Contract (D&B) 2024 as part of  its 2024 edition of contracts. This contract was eagerly anticipated. This blog will cover two topics: modernisation and streamlining. Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
17 July 2024 Blog The Employment Rights Bill: focus on collective rights Exploring the Government's plans to transform trade union legislation... Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read
17 July 2024 Blog Can a Local Authority consent to a child’s deprivation of liberty without a DoLs order? In a recently published High Court judgment concerning J, a 14-year-old boy, with a complex set of diagnoses including autism, ADHD and Pica, the question was raised as to whether the Local Authority were able to consent to J’s deprivation of liberty under a Care Order.  Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
15 July 2024 Blog What the new Labour government means for sustainability in the UK The recent election of the Labour government in the UK, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, signifies a shift in policy on sustainability and climate action. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
12 July 2024 Blog Wine Reforms Continue The second phase of the wine reforms, The Wine (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2024 (legislation.gov.uk) /115 come into force on 15 July 2024. Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
12 July 2024 Blog Which NHS Premises Cost Directions apply now? We explore whether the 2024 PCDs apply to existing reimbursement or application for reimbursement... Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
11 July 2024 Blog Labour’s employment policy plans: equality law Outlining the new Labour Government's plans to amend the Equality Act... Share this article Bookmark this page 4 min read
11 July 2024 Blog Labour’s first 100 days: what lies in store for general practice? With Labour’s promise to improve the provision of primary and community care services, general practice could see changes to the primary care landscape... Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
11 July 2024 Blog ASA decision illustrates what omitting material information from Green claims means in practice The ASA decision on an ad for Wessex Water is a very timely illustration of the very high standards that are currently being applied by the ASA and also the CMA in relation to green claims. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
10 July 2024 Blog What is a reconciliation contract? Reconciliation contracts are a new trend in the world of marriage and divorce, but what are they and how do they work? In this blog post, we look into more detail about reconciliation contracts, their similarities with post nuptial agreements and when to seek legal advice. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read