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Alex Delin

The threshold for a 'Relevant Defect' under the Building Safety Act 2022: the First-Tier Tribunal's decision, 6 January 2026

What is and isn’t a ‘Relevant Defect’ under Section 120 of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) continues to be debated amongst parties to...

23/01/26
Joanne Moseley

Employment law: news in brief – January 2026

How much will changes to the unfair dismissal qualifying period and compensation cap cost UK businesses?  The Department for Business and...

21/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Dismissal by association: was it fair to sack an employee whose partner attacked her manager?

That was the question the tribunal had to consider in Mrs P Smith v North West Ambulance Service Trust.   Facts Both Mrs Smith and her...

20/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Employment status: was a lifeboat volunteer a worker?

The case of Martime and Coastguard Agency v Martin Groom considered whether a lifeboat volunteer qualified as a ‘worker’ and was...

20/01/26
Joanne Moseley

Workplace conflict is on the rise and costing businesses billions

A report recently published by Acas won't come as a surprise to many of the HR professionals we work with: workplace conflict is...

20/01/26
Katie Gledhill

The Paternity Leave (Bereavement) Act 2024: key changes for employers and employees

The Paternity Leave (Bereavement) Act 2024 came into force on 29 December 2025. The Act introduces essential, though relatively limited,...

15/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Navigating Trade Union reform: are you ready?

On 18 February 2026, the first set of trade union reforms will come into effect. In this article, we examine these changes alongside the...

14/01/26
Chyna Fairclough-Jones

Planning Court confirms NRW’s lawful withdrawal of flood maintenance

In R (on the application of Williams and Owen) v Natural Resources Wales [2026] EWHC 9 (Admin), the Planning Court dismissed a challenge...

14/01/26
Joanne Moseley

Education sector: news in brief – January 2026

Impact of homelessness on children’s education  Over 52% of teachers in state schools across England, responding to a recent survey, say...

14/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Is it ever appropriate for a teacher to have a sexual relationship with a former pupil?

In Christina Bourne: professional conduct outcome, the Secretary of State considered whether it was appropriate to impose a teaching ban...

13/01/26
Joanne Moseley

Key employment law cases to watch out for in 2026

To prepare you for the year ahead, we've highlighted the cases expected to shape employment law and influence HR policies and practices...

12/01/26
Jane Anderson

The UK Government’s New Road Strategy: A Vision for 2026 and Beyond

Last summer the UK Government announced plans for a comprehensive and radical shake-up of current driving laws. We provided a commentary...

08/01/26
Joanne Moseley

Can employers allow trans employees to use opposite sex changing rooms?

Shortly before Xmas, two employment tribunal decisions were handed down - one related to separate sex workplace changing rooms, and the...

08/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Solving the SEND crisis: what does the government have in mind?

A few months ago, we reviewed the latest House of Commons Education Committee report into the Special Educational Needs and Disability...

07/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Employment law changes 2026: guide for HR and line managers

Happy new year to all our readers. The past year was dominated by the government trying to get its landmark Employment Rights Bill...

06/01/26
Sam Taylor

Administrator Remuneration Challenges and Fixed Charge Assets

The High Court’s decision in Pagden v Ridgley [2025] EWHC 2674 (Ch) provides useful clarification on the limits of creditors’ ability to...

06/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Employment law changes 2026: guide for schools and colleges

Happy new year to all of our readers.  The past year was dominated by the government trying to get its landmark Employment Rights Bill...

06/01/26
Yasmina Bugel

The Impact of AI on Litigation

The integration of artificial intelligence into the legal landscape is transforming how parties prepare, manage and argue cases. As the...

06/01/26
Jane Anderson

Business Interruption Insurance Claims Post-Covid: The Question of Timing

The Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent government-mandated lockdowns had a profound impact on businesses across the United Kingdom. ...

06/01/26
Alexandra Addington

2025 in review: three key cases for schools and colleges

As we step into 2026, we're taking the opportunity to review three recent cases that provide timely reminders for schools and colleges...

06/01/26
Alexandra Addington

Can an employee allege their dismissal is a detriment for whistleblowing? And why does this distinction matter?

Under the Employment Rights Act 1996, a worker can bring a claim if they are subjected to a detriment or are dismissed for having made a...

31/12/25
Lorraine Rose-Dugdale

Restrictive covenants which prevent development, and the role of Section 84

The case of Hassan & Osman v Heath (Upper Tribunal August 2025) illustrates how restrictive covenants can significantly impact proposed...

30/12/25
Ailsa Anderson

The Procurement Act 2023 (Threshold Amounts) (Amendment) Regulations 2025: Key Changes and New Thresholds

The Procurement Act 2023 (Threshold Amounts) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 (“the Regulations”) represent a significant update to the...

29/12/25
Jane Anderson

PACCAR Judgment: Government Moves to Overturn Landmark Ruling

The PACCAR judgment, handed down by the Supreme Court in 2023 in the case of R (on the application of PACCAR Inc and others) (Appellants)...

24/12/25
Philip Somarakis

Camera Says Yes, Computer Says No! Thousands of Fines Cancelled Amid Technology Failures

Recent reports indicate that a number of speed cameras on roads across the UK have been falsely triggered, resulting in the wrongful...

24/12/25
Victoria Crozier

The Building Safety Regulator and the Power to Obtain Injunctive Relief

This year and for the very first time since the enactment of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA), the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) in...

19/12/25
Chyna Fairclough-Jones

Bristol Zoo Gardens - High Court prioritises open‑space quality; guidance on outdated technical standards

The High Court has dismissed a judicial review challenge to Bristol City Council’s (the “Defendant”) decision to grant planning...

18/12/25
Joanne Moseley

Employment law: news in brief – December 2025

Another above inflation increase to the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage The government has accepted the recommendations of...

18/12/25
Alexandra Addington

Employment Rights Bill finally passed: what does it mean for your organisation?

After months of debate, numerous amendments, and extensive back-and-forth in parliament, the Lords have now withdrawn their final...

17/12/25
Katie Gledhill

Justice delayed is justice denied: new figures paint depressing picture of employment tribunal system in crisis

Government figures for July to September 2025 confirm what every employment lawyer already knows. Claims have reached record highs, the...

16/12/25