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Browse our law brief articles and blogs, aimed at addressing the practical implications of the latest legal developments affecting you and your organisation.

Articles & Blogs Private Client

Lasting Powers of Attorney are not just for the elderly - losing mental capacity could happen at any age

Thursday, 08 September 2022

A power of attorney is a legal document by which an adult may appoint another to act on his or her behalf.

Lasting Powers of Attorney Are Not Just for the Elderly - Losing Mental Capacity Could Happen at Any Age
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Articles & Blogs Construction

Construction Risk in Property Development

Monday, 05 September 2022

A large part of the VWV Construction team's work is assisting property lawyers (both internally and externally for VWV Approach members) advising their clients upon the construction risks that are inherent in the development of commercial property.

Construction Risk in Property Development
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Articles & Blogs Employment

The Consequences of CV Fraud

Friday, 02 September 2022

In a recent case, the Supreme Court held that profits made by an employee who committed CV fraud in order to gain a senior position, should be confiscated.

The Consequences of CV Fraud
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Articles & Blogs Coronavirus (Covid-19) Employment

COVID Special Leave Policy Was Not Unfair, EAT Finds

Friday, 02 September 2022

In a recent case, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) found that preconditions in a 'special leave' policy did not amount to unfavourable treatment.

COVID Special Leave Policy Was Not Unfair, EAT Finds
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Articles & Blogs Charities Private Client

Remember a Charity Week: 5 - 11 September 2022

Thursday, 01 September 2022

Record levels of charity donors say they have included a gift to charity into their Will or are preparing to do so.

Remember a Charity Week: 5 - 11 September 2022
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Articles & Blogs Employment

The Brazel Judgment - One Month Later

Friday, 02 September 2022

One month on from the landmark Supreme Court judgment, Simon Bevan examines some of the key implications of the case for employers.

The Brazel Judgment - One Month Later
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Articles & Blogs Construction

VWV Acted for a Building Contractor in Possibly the Most Important Construction Case of 2022

Tuesday, 30 August 2022

The case of Abbey vs Simply followed the 2021 judgment of the Technology and Construction Court (TCC), when VWV successfully defended the contractor in adjudication enforcement proceedings brought by a tenant under a collateral warranty.

VWV Acted for a Building Contractor in Possibly the Most Important Construction Case of 2022
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Articles & Blogs Employment

EAT Protects Anonymity of Individual Named in Tribunal Proceedings

Friday, 26 August 2022

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has made an order to protect the anonymity of an individual who was the subject of salacious allegations in Tribunal proceedings.

EAT Protects Anonymity of Individual Named in Tribunal Proceedings
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Autumn 2022 - What to Expect in Employment Law

Friday, 26 August 2022

As we approach the end of summer, our employment expert summarises some key employment law developments on the horizon for autumn and beyond.

Autumn 2022 - What to Expect in Employment Law
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

The DfE Publishes New Statutory Guidance on Suspensions and Permanent Exclusions

Thursday, 25 August 2022

In July 2022, the DfE published new statutory guidance on Suspension and Permanent exclusions. In this article, we outline some of the key changes made, and the impact they will have for schools from September.

The DfE Publishes New Statutory Guidance on Suspensions and Permanent Exclusions
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

The DfE Publishes New Advice on Behaviour in Schools

Thursday, 25 August 2022

In July 2022, the DfE published new advice on Behaviour in Schools. In this article, we outline some of the key changes made, and the impact they will have for schools from September.

The DfE Publishes New Advice on Behaviour in Schools
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

The DfE Published a New School Admission Appeals Code 2022, Along with an Update on the Admission of 'Summer Born Children'

Thursday, 25 August 2022

The new School Admission Appeals Code 2022 has been finalised and published, but in draft form while it is making its way through Parliament. It is intended to come into effect on 1 October 2022.

The DfE Published a New School Admission Appeals Code 2022, Along with an Update on the Admission of 'Summer Born Children'
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

New Searching, Screening and Confiscation Advice from the DfE - What Do Schools Need to Know?

Thursday, 25 August 2022

In this article, we summarise the key changes made in the new Searching, Screening and Confiscation advice below, along with actions we recommend schools should take as a result.

New Searching, Screening and Confiscation Advice from the DfE - What Do Schools Need to Know?
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (KCSIE) - What Your School Needs to Know

Thursday, 25 August 2022

In this article, we summarise the key changes to KCSIE below, along with actions we recommend schools take now to prepare for September.

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (KCSIE) - What Your School Needs to Know
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Articles & Blogs Employment

New Consultation on Public Sector Exit Pay Controls Announced

Friday, 19 August 2022

On 8 August 2022, the Government announced a consultation and published draft guidance setting out new administrative controls in relation to public sector exit payments over £95,000 and amending the existing process for special severance payments.

New Consultation on Public Sector Exit Pay Controls Announced
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