The Fundraising Regulator has recently released its updated Code of Fundraising Practice ("the Code"), but what about those 'unlicensed' fundraisers, who are not required to comply with the new Code?  A group of enforcement and regulatory bodies has urged the government to reform legislation that governs these fundraisers. 

There is an ongoing difference of views surrounding the sale last year of the City & Guilds training and awards arm, with a Charity Commission inquiry, a City And Guilds Action Group, and a possible independent inquiry all in the mix. 

Early commentary on R (University of Sussex) v Office for Students has focused on the extent of the Office for Students' (OfS') powers and the protection of free speech in higher education. Those are significant issues. However, the judgment also offers broader and perhaps more enduring lessons for regulatory practitioners both in and beyond the higher education sector.  

The Employment Appeal Tribunal has overturned findings of direct race and belief discrimination arising from disciplinary action taken against an employee who rejected the concept of systemic racism.

After a father of two died, declarations of trust surfaced that threatened to divert the bulk of his estate away from his wife and their two (then) minor children. The High Court found the declarations of trusts to be shams.

The EAT has confirmed that a consent order requires both parties to consent at the time the order is made. A party’s earlier consent is insufficient if it has been withdrawn when the order is made.