4 October 2022 Blog An update: Liberty Protection Safeguards Progress on the new Liberty Protection Safeguards scheme due to replace Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards is expected “later” this year... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
29 September 2022 Blog CQC strengthens regulation of services for people with a learning disability and autistic people The health and care regulator has taken various steps to strengthen regulation of services for people with a learning disability and autistic people... Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
28 September 2022 Blog Employment aspects of the Government’s growth plan The Chancellor's growth statement included some important announcements about employment policy... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
27 September 2022 Blog A patent application targeting a computer program to improve patient compliance fails A patent application relating to an app to support patient compliance with a medicine dosing regime did not meet the European Patent Office requirements for protection. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
27 September 2022 Blog Building Safety Update: Government Consultation on the new “in-occupation” regime - what is the consultation asking? The government has opened a consultation on the new in-occupation regime. The consultation is open until 12 October 2022 and seeks views on a number of areas Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
23 September 2022 Blog Is your food business exposed to the use of agency and contract workers? What is their legal status? 3 key factors to consider The growth of the gig economy has provided a renewed focus on the division of employment rights between self-employed, workers and employees. Is your food business exposed to the use of agency and contract workers? What is their legal status? 3 key factors to consider Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read
22 September 2022 Blog Webinar series – supporting your global education strategy We understand how important a successful global strategy is for our HE clients. The landscape has changed a lot over the past few years, and we are always looking at ways to help share our insights with our clients... Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
21 September 2022 Blog Looking beyond the new Patient Safety Incident Response Framework: investigation training from HSIB Safety watchdog rolls out free online training for NHS staff in health and social care settings in England, who are involved in safety investigations... Share this article Bookmark this page 1 min read
21 September 2022 Blog Fresh inquests, expert evidence and costs The decision in Davison v HM Coroner for Hertfordshire provides a wealth of useful reminders and lessons for everyone involved in seeking a fresh inquest... Share this article Bookmark this page 1 min read
15 September 2022 Blog Visa scheme to target in-demand skills for scale-ups We look at a new visa route for fast and high growth companies seeking to hire skilled people from around the world. Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
14 September 2022 Blog Planned medical device reforms – rigour, flexibility and a global approach We review progress on the UK Government consultation on the regulation of medical devices, and look at the shape and timing of forthcoming reforms. Share this article Bookmark this page 4 min read