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The new JCT Design and Build Contract 2024 is to be released on 17th April.   Here are some of the key changes...

The proposals for fairer food labelling within this consultation are intended to ensure greater transparency around the origin of food and methods of production. Although this has noble objectives it may well cause much greater costs and red tape as well as loss of flexibility within the food supply chain.

The CMA publishes undertakings provided by ASOS, Boohoo and George at Asda on green claims that have useful parallels for food products re 'clear and prominent' and use of explanatory information. Europe's Empowering consumers (Greenwashing) Directive is in force. Consultation on Fairer Labelling and authorisation process for regulated foods. SFI capped to 25% by Defra, common user charges to be introduced and GIs to be strengthened in Europe. Finally, ASA adjudications -is your #ad in the right place? The scrutiny on eco claims continues and gender stereotypes. Two contrasting rulings compare and contrast the interpretation of this rule - Carlo the topless butler anyone?

When a couple separates, or the relationship between a parent and their own parents breaks down, it can be a difficult and emotional time for the entire family and grandparents may be left wondering exactly what legal rights they have when it comes to spending time with their grandchildren. In this blog, we explore the legal rights grandparents have and what they can do to have contact with their grandchildren.

One of the changes introduced by the Building Safety Act is the new roles of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor for the purposes of building regulations.

When couples get married, they are legally bound together and financially, meaning that in the event of divorce, assets can be split equally. Prenups provide the ability of setting how assets and income could be split on divorce. Read more to find the benefits of prenuptial agreements.

In a change from previous Building Safety Act legislation , new requirements have been introduced from 1 October 2023, which apply where there is more than one contractor (this includes subcontractors), or it is reasonably foreseeable that more than one contractor will be working on the project.

EAT ruling explores when a trial period should be offered as a reasonable adjustment...

There are different categories of tenancies that can arise from an agricultural worker being offered accommodation as part of their contract of employment. Dawn Chapman, a Senior Associate in the Agriculture team, explores the legislation governing these tenancies and how they evolved over the years.

These topics continue to be an area of focus for the higher education sector, and in some instances can raise complex questions for institutions...

Exploring how carer's leave relates to existing family-friendly rights...

As we celebrate the ten-year anniversary of the first same-sex marriage in England and Wales, we explore the frequently asked legal questions from LGBTQ+ couples regarding their marital status.