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The DfE’s Education Estates Strategy: A governance shift for Academy Trust estates
20 Mar 2026The Department for Education’s 10 year Education Estates Strategy: A Decade of National Renewal signals a decisive shift in how school and college estates are governed. At the heart of the strategy is a clear policy direction: estates must be managed proactively across the lifecycle of school buildings. The DfE emphasises the need for long-term strategic maintenance, risk management and renewal, rather than reliance on reactive repairs or occasional capital bids.
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Industrial relations reforms under the Employment Rights Act 2025 and what they mean for academies and schools
20 Mar 2026The Employment Rights Act 2025 (the Act) introduces significant changes to the employer–trade union relationship. For academies, the reforms affect industrial action, recognition, facility time and union access rights, reshaping the legal framework over the coming months. Here we explore all of the changes under the Act from those already in force through those that will be implemented over the coming months.
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Supporting pupils with medical conditions and allergies: what schools need to know about the new DfE statutory guidance and consultation
20 Mar 2026The Department for Education (DfE) has launched a consultation on new statutory guidance titled “Supporting Children and Young People with Medical Conditions and Allergy.” The guidance is intended to replace the current 2015 statutory guidance on supporting pupils with medical conditions at school.
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Tips for buyers in the new build market
20 Mar 2026Purchasing your home is an exciting milestone, and for many, opting for a new build property is an appealing choice. New builds often come with modern designs, energy efficiency, and the promise of being free from the wear and tear associated with older homes. However, the process of buying a new build can be complex, and buyers should be aware of their legal rights and potential pitfalls. Below, we outline key legal tips to help you navigate the new build market confidently and protect your interests.
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Speeding up section 106: the new government roadmap for section 106 in England
20 Mar 2026The section 106 system is intended to promote the availability of affordable housing and protect communities from suffering adverse impacts on their local services due to development in the area. However, s106 agreements are often a delay-ridden cog in an increasingly slow and overwhelmed planning system preventing the efficient delivery of much-needed homes.
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A step towards fairness: abolishing forfeiture and reforming rentcharges under the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill
20 Mar 2026The draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill marks a significant milestone in the journey to end the residential leasehold system. Some of the proposals aim to provide homeowners with greater security and long-term certainty. Key proposals include abolishing forfeiture, introducing a court-supervised lease enforcement scheme, and reforming remedies linked to rentcharges.
