Public matters: December 2024
Roundtable report: Community engagement in high street regeneration
Roundtable insights from lawyers, councils, think tanks, hubs and specialists on town centre regeneration through community engagement.
Martyn’s Law: Paving the way for enhanced security measures across UK venues and events
How the Terrorism Bill will enhance UK venue security with tiered duties, compliance measures and public safety improvements.
Planning Reform Working Paper: Planning committees
Proposed planning reforms aim to streamline decision-making, enhance quality and empower professionals.
We provide our thoughts on the reforms.
Comments on the National Planning Policy Framework reform
Our expert analyse on the UK’s updated NPPF, addressing impacts on housebuilding, planning challenges, and fostering community engagement.
The latest take on vicarious liability for kinship / connected person foster care
Research and recent legal developments highlight the growing importance and complexity of kinship care.
Our update for local authorities emphasises its benefits for child stability but also the increased legal and financial implications.
A call to councils: Implementing effective tree management to prevent future tragedies
A tragic incident in Cheshire East underscores the importance of tree management by councils to prevent accidents and ensure public safety through inspections.
Embedding social value in procurement
This article explores the key challenges, strategies and opportunities SMEs can leverage to incorporate social value effectively into their operations.
Taking account of a supplier’s approach to payment in major contracts procurement (PPN015 and PPN018): What is new?
We consider the two new procurement policy notes on a supplier's approach to payment in the procurement of major contracts.
PFI expiry guidance for schools
Navigate PFI expiry with confidence using our key steps for academy trusts to ensure a smooth transition.
Employment Rights Bill: Will it cost more to outsource public services and back-office functions?
The Employment Rights Bill's legal impact on outsourcing, worker rights, and procurement reforms, pivotal for lawyers advising public and private sectors.
Navigating workplace sexual harassment laws during the festive season
The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 mandates employers to proactively prevent sexual harassment, a duty especially crucial during the festive season's social events.
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