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Articles & Blogs Employment

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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Articles & Blogs Employment

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
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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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Articles & Blogs Pharma & Life Sciences

COP29: What are the key points for the Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences sector?

Thursday, 06 February 2025

COP29, the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United National Framework Convention on Climate Changes (UNFCCC), was held between 11 and 24 November 2024. We consider the key points for the Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences sector.

COP29: What are the key points for the Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences sector?
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Articles & Blogs Pharma & Life Sciences

Why must Pharma act on sustainability now?

Thursday, 06 February 2025

Even only a couple of years ago, sustainability was seen as something that would be a 'nice to have'. No more. It has risen right up to the top of the agenda as a leading issue for pharma leaders. Why? The pressure has been coming from lots of angles.

Why must Pharma Act on sustainability now?
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Articles & Blogs Real Estate

Fees for planning applications set to increase

Monday, 03 February 2025

The fees for submitting certain types of planning applications to a local planning authority are set to increase on the 1 April 2025 to help support the Government's priority of economic growth.

Fees for planning applications set to increase
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Articles & Blogs Real Estate

High street rental auctions - local authority powers

Monday, 03 February 2025

Local authorities (LAs) in England now have the power to auction lettings of vacant high street commercial property. In this article we highlight some of the key provisions relating to High Street Rental Auctions (HSRAs).

High street rental auctions - local authority powers
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Articles & Blogs Real Estate

Rights of riparian owners in the face of foul water discharge

Monday, 03 February 2025

The Supreme Court’s recent decision represents welcome clarification of the rights of riparian owners and the responsibilities of sewerage undertakers under the Water Industry Act 1991.

Rights of riparian owners in the face of foul water discharge
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Articles & Blogs Real Estate

A comprehensive guide to heads of terms in leasehold commercial property transactions

Monday, 03 February 2025

Heads of Terms play a crucial role in commercial property transactions. Although not legally binding, they outline the key terms agreed by the parties involved, setting expectations and helping to streamline the negotiation process.

A comprehensive guide to heads of terms in leasehold commercial property transactions
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Articles & Blogs Private Client

Supreme Court ruling on CFAs & Inheritance disputes

Monday, 03 February 2025

The recent case of Hirachand v Hirachand (December 2024) concerned how legal costs are recovered in successful claims under the Inheritance Act.*

Supreme Court ruling on CFAs & Inheritance disputes
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Employment Tribunal has jurisdiction despite absence of Early Conciliation

Friday, 31 January 2025

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal ruling reminds employers to check ACAS Early Conciliation compliance early. Claims may still proceed if omissions are spotted too late.

Employment Tribunal has jurisdiction despite absence of Early Conciliation
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Social worker engaged through personal service company was worker in law

Friday, 31 January 2025

A recent Employment Tribunal decision highlights how worker status can be found in contractual arrangements involving personal service companies.

Social worker engaged through personal service company was worker in law
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Neonatal care leave and pay will come into force on 6 April 2025

Friday, 31 January 2025

The Government has confirmed that the right to take statutory neonatal care leave and pay will come into force on 6 April 2025. The entitlements will support parents of newborns needing prolonged medical care.

Neonatal care leave and pay will come into force on 6 April 2025
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Articles & Blogs Healthcare

Pharmacy Dispensing Robots - what to consider when your pharmacy tenant wants to install one

Tuesday, 28 January 2025

We have seen an increase in the number of enquiries from GP landlords relating to the installation of Pharmacy Dispensing Robots by their pharmacy tenants. Below we outline the key things to consider before providing your consent.

Pharmacy Dispensing Robots - what to consider when your pharmacy tenant wants to install one
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Articles & Blogs Healthcare

Clarifying the claiming period for PPA drugs under the GMS Statement of Financial Entitlements

Tuesday, 28 January 2025

Some practices have problems claiming reimbursement for drugs. Some have been told by ICBs or NHSE that their claims are too late and can't be processed or paid. A common question is about the period within which claims can be submitted.

Clarifying the claiming period for PPA drugs under the GMS Statement of Financial Entitlements
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