Delve into the complexities of pensions within local government, a critical area requiring specialised legal knowledge. This topic provides practitioners with the tools and insights necessary to navigate pension schemes and related legal challenges.
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has launched a call for evidence to inform a new cross-government Mental Health Strategy for England....
The Department for Education (DfE) has announced the first 130 universities and colleges approved to offer modular courses under the new Lifelong...
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has confirmed the scope of an independent review into maternity and neonatal services at University...
The Association of Democratic Services Officers (ADSO) and Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) have welcomed the commitment in the King’s Speech to...
What is the purposive approach to statutory interpretation?Purposive (teleological) constructionThe purposive approach has its roots in legal systems...
Housing disrepair for local authority landlords—a practical guideThis Practice Note discusses disrepair claims in relation to social housing, setting...
What are the grounds for judicial review?We have focused on judicial review in the High Court in England and Wales. Having conducted a comprehensive...
Obstruction of highwaysThe fundamental public right upon a highway is to pass and re-pass, and the obstruction of a highway is usually a criminal...
What is the difference between an appeal and a review?What is an appeal?An appeal in insolvency proceedings is no different to an appeal in normal litigation. An appeal will be allowed only if the appeal court is satisfied that the decision of the lower court was 'wrong' or 'unjust because of a
If a beneficiary signs a deed of disclaimer of their share of an estate and the estate pays their legal fees, will that count as a PET against their estate?A disclaimer is the refusal of a gift prior to acceptance. The refusal of the gift must take place before the beneficiary accepts any benefit
Contributory negligence in personal injury claimsContributory negligence is a partial defence which can lead to a discount in damages.Other defences may also be relevant. See Practice Notes: Did the claimant consent to the risk of injury? and Was the claimant involved in an illegal activity?If a
Template for regulatory references given by SMCR firms and disclosure requirements[Insert addressee details]Dear [insert name][It is our understanding that [insert name of prospective employee] [was an employee of yours between the dates of [insert dates as appropriate] OR is a current employee of
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