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11 Sep 2025
4 mins

CMA guidance on competition law and recruitment practices

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued new guidance clarifying how competition law applies to recruitment and employment practices. In the new guidance on competing for talent, the CMA provides additional guidance, in particular, in relation to information sharing and its approach to collective bargaining. In this briefing, we consider the key takeaways and next steps for HR professionals, recruiters and senior managers.

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09 Sep 2025
4 mins

Universities under pressure: opportunities and challenges where town meets gown

As the UK continues to place cities at the heart of its growth agenda, the role of universities in shaping urban economies is becoming increasingly visible, yet many higher education institutions (HEIs) are facing financial strain and the consequences of this extend well beyond the education sector. For those involved in development, planning, and investment, the evolving position of universities warrants close attention.

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04 Sep 2025
7 mins

AI as a medical device: Navigating compliance in the UK and the EU

The UK government is highlighting the role of innovative technology, especially AI, in improving patient care. Yet NHS England has paused AI scribing tools unless they meet Class I medical device standards - despite its own guidance suggesting otherwise. Stephanie Caird and Dr Peter Trösser explore how developers can navigate these regulatory tensions with the NHS. The article also compares UK trends with EU efforts to ease double-layered regulation.

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29 Aug 2025
5 mins

Why promoting a healthy workplace culture is so vital

We regularly advise clients on the importance of a strong, healthy and supportive workplace culture. We promote the many benefits that come from a workplace where psychological safety is part of the organisation’s DNA, and use real-life examples of failing organisations (where confidentially appropriate, of course). Sadly, however, it’s becoming increasingly common for there to be public, high profile and very serious examples of organisations which have suffered as a result of workplace culture failings.

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