The get Britain working again white paper
Britain’s labour market has faced numerous challenges in the last few years, with 2.8 million people reportedly unable to work due to long-term sickness[1], one in eight young people not being in education or employment[2] and having been most impacted by covid lockdowns in comparison to similar countries[3]. It is further reported that health benefits in […]
Budget uncertainty sparks market shifts and opportunities
There was some uncertainty within the housing market ahead of the Autumn Budget at the end of October, which was reflected in muted consumer activity. House price growth slowed ahead of the first Labour Budget in 14 years according to Savills. Mortgage rates rose slightly at the end of October as lenders repriced their fixed […]
Managing the managers: Lessons from NHS accountability reforms
A new era of NHS accountability The recent announcement by Health Secretary Wes Streeting, proposing stringent measures to overhaul NHS management, highlights a gear shift in how the Government expects healthcare performance to be scrutinised in England. NHS hospitals will soon be subject to league tables, measuring indicators like care delivery and financial performance, with […]
Health and Safety in the workplace
Whilst it is never a pleasant thing to think about accidents at work, they do occur. In order to avoid enforcement action corporate entities, directors and individuals need to ensure they comply with all relevant health and safety legislation or run the risk of large penalties and sanctions, convictions and reputational harm. As a result, […]
CIL liability and pre-commencement conditions: What developers need to know
Development in breach of pre-commencement conditions cannot attract CIL. There have been a series of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) appeal decisions which suggest that CIL can be levied on development carried out in breach of pre-commencement conditions and therefore without planning permission (appeal references 3346994, 3330866, 3319897, 12001570). Such an approach is clearly unlawful and open to […]
Economy set for short term Budget boost
Economic review October 2024 New economic projections produced by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) suggest the Labour administration’s first Budget will provide only a ‘temporary boost’ to UK economic output. Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed the independent fiscal watchdog’s latest forecast during her Autumn Budget delivered to the House of Commons on 30 October. The […]
Landlord rights: How to deal with difficult tenants
Dealing with problem tenants can feel like a nightmare for landlords. When problems occur during a tenancy, there are steps landlords can take to protect their rights. Here, our property dispute specialists give their top tips to avoid problems. Preventing disputes with tenants Of course, we’d all rather prevent disputes from happening in the first […]
Boundaries: The hedge and ditch rule
Do you know about the hedge and ditch principle? It’s an ancient rule that can be a shaft of sunlight through the fog of a rural boundary dispute. The hedge and ditch rule In a case in 1810, a few years before the Battle of Waterloo, Mr Justice Laurence said: “The rule about ditching is […]
Navigating settlement agreements this festive season
Every year as the festive season rolls in, so do the enquires about settlement agreements. Financial pressures, year-end reorganisations, and planning for the new year often lead to what can be challenging conversations in the workplace. Whether you are an employer looking to resolve a workplace issue or an employee faced with an unexpected offer, […]
Have you agreed on Christmas holiday arrangements for your children?
he holiday season can be stressful for divorced parents. In this article, we will discuss how to best plan for the festive period. Every year our family law solicitors advise parents who are facing difficult questions around the Christmas holidays following separation. For a lot of families, issues tend to centre around deciding who the […]
Tees shines a light on men’s mental health
As Movember continues to shine a spotlight on men’s mental well-being, it’s essential to address the often-overlooked emotional and physical impacts of divorce and family breakdown. Understanding these challenges can encourage men to seek support, reduce stigma, and improve mental health outcomes. The emotional toll of divorce on men’s mental health Movember, a global movement […]
