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Extension of Permitted Development Rights for higher education institutions

Thursday, 20 February 2025

2021 saw several changes to Permitted Development Rights for universities in England. These allow universities to carry out certain types of development without needing full planning permission. Instead they can use a faster process called prior approval.

Extension of Permitted Development Rights for higher education institutions

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What's in the laboratory store? Legal checks before starting research on or using materials

Thursday, 20 February 2025

New materials might seem safe but, in the absence of positive, detailed evidence of safety, it is best to assume they might not be. Here are some compliance areas you could find beneficial to add to your project compliance checklist.

What's in the laboratory store? Legal checks before starting research on or using materials

Articles & Blogs Higher Education

University catering contracts - serving up success

Thursday, 20 February 2025

Where food provision is outsourced, your University wants to be comfortable that you have the contractual levers in place to make sure that delivery by your caterer meets your, and your students' expectations.

University catering contracts - serving up success

The final countdown: National Procurement Policy Statement and new guidance

Monday, 17 February 2025

New procurement rules take effect soon – here’s what contracting authorities need to know about the National Procurement Policy Statement and latest guidance updates.

The final countdown: National Procurement Policy Statement and new guidance

Articles & Blogs Employment

Low Pay Commission recommends review of sleep-in shifts in social care

Thursday, 13 February 2025

The Low Pay Commission (LPC) has recommended that the Government review the entitlement of sleep-in shift workers to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) as part of the proposed Fair Pay Agreement for the social care sector.

Low Pay Commission recommends review of sleep-in shifts in social care

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Government revives plan to ban NDAs in higher education

Thursday, 13 February 2025

The Government has confirmed that it will proceed with banning non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in the higher education sector for cases involving sexual misconduct, bullying, and harassment.

Government revives plan to ban NDAs in higher education

Articles & Blogs Employment

EAT issues useful reminder on substitution mindset in Tribunal litigation

Thursday, 13 February 2025

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has overturned a Tribunal decision in a recent case, ruling that the Tribunal failed to apply the correct legal test when assessing the fairness of a dismissal.

EAT issues useful reminder on substitution mindset in Tribunal litigation

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Stamp Duty Land Tax changes - residential properties

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

From 1 April 2025, the rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax are changing. Whilst this change will impact on every residential purchase completed on or after this date, it's first-time buyers who will be the most affected.

Stamp Duty Land Tax changes - residential properties

Divorce and finance settlements - what's conduct got to do with it?

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

While misconduct in a marriage can feel morally significant, family courts prioritise financial fairness over punishment. We explore when and how conduct influences settlements in divorce proceedings.

Divorce and finance settlements - what's conduct got to do with it?

Preparing for the Procurement Act: a guide for suppliers

Tuesday, 11 February 2025

Helping suppliers navigate new rules and seize opportunities under the Procurement Act 2023.

Preparing for the Procurement Act: a guide for suppliers

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New corporate offence of failure to prevent fraud - how should charities prepare

Monday, 10 February 2025

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) is a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at bolstering the UK's defences against fraud.

New corporate offence of failure to prevent fraud - how should charities prepare

Articles & Blogs Employment

Foster carers permitted to bring whistleblowing and discrimination claims

Thursday, 06 February 2025

An employment tribunal has ruled that foster carers can pursue whistleblowing and discrimination claims despite lacking a contractual relationship with local authorities.

Foster carers permitted to bring whistleblowing and discrimination claims

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EAT reduces £10,000 injury to feelings award to £2,000

Thursday, 06 February 2025

The EAT has reduced a £10,000 injury to feelings award for pregnancy discrimination to £2,000 finding that the original sum was manifestly excessive given the limited impact of the employer’s actions.

EAT reduces £10,000 injury to feelings award to £2,000

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Unlawful deductions and PHI benefits: EAT clarifies limits of claims

Thursday, 06 February 2025

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision has clarified the extent to which Permanent Health Insurance (PHI) benefits can be claimed under the unlawful deductions from wages regime.

Unlawful deductions and PHI benefits: EAT clarifies limits of claims

Articles & Blogs Pharma & Life Sciences

AI - a tool for sustainability with a resource cost

Thursday, 06 February 2025

AI's sustainability remains a nuanced question, balancing its potential benefits against its environmental costs.

AI - a tool for sustainability with a resource cost

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