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A High Court decision demonstrates the judiciary's readiness to impose substantial costs orders against parties whose unreasonable conduct obstructs estate administration, particularly where charitable beneficiaries face prolonged delays in receiving their entitlements. The case involved a seven-year dispute over a residential property estate where persistent objections and meritless challenges prevented distribution, ultimately resulting in indemnity costs orders exceeding £148,000 against the obstruc

The ASA has ruled against Sports Direct for misleading pricing practices, but the decision raises important questions about reference pricing regulations. As retailers face increased scrutiny from both the ASA and CMA under new enforcement powers, understanding what constitutes a "genuine" saving has become critical for avoiding substantial financial penalties and reputational damage.

The Security Industry Authority has published a significant update on the implementation of Martyn's Law, providing crucial details on compliance templates, scope assessments, and the forthcoming notification portal. With the legislation expected to come into force in spring 2027, organisations must now turn their attention from understanding the requirements to preparing for practical compliance and regulatory oversight.

My previous article looked at the development of the Contingent Reimbursement Model (CRM) code, its purpose in dealing with Authorised Push Payment Fraud (APP)

Industry experts are warning of a "return to the super skinny trend", after a rise in the banning of popular high street fashion adverts which presented models who looked "unhealthily thin". Campaigns included in the recent wave of Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) bans, include Zara, M&S and Next

Where could you publish strident abuse about someone, then successfully defend the ensuing libel claim? Answer: on internet bulletin boards, according to a top libel judge.

On 3 June 2020 the Charity Commission published new guidance on serious incident reporting for charitable trustees.

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal decision has confirmed that individual employees and managers may face personal liability for disability discrimination claims involving failures to make reasonable adjustments. The ruling in Merriman v 1st Staff Ltd demonstrates that decision-makers who contribute to breaches of an employer's adjustment duties can be held personally accountable under the Equality Act 2010, creating significant implications for how workplace adjustment requests are handled.

Under new Environmental Protection regulations, the UK government has announced its plans to ban single-use plastic. Our article looks at what items will be banned and how retailers can prepare.

A Savills report mentions that in the next 10 years the proportion of homes built using modern methods of construction (MMC)

Recent employment law cases examine critical workplace issues including equal pay claims based on market forces, the transfer of vicarious liability under TUPE, and the protection of controversial philosophical beliefs. These decisions provide important guidance for employers navigating complex discrimination, dismissal, and compensation matters.

On 19 June 2025, the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUA) received Royal Assent, which has begun an overhaul of the UK's data governance framework.

As AI tools become increasingly prevalent in workplace communications, employers are encountering a new challenge: grievances and appeals that appear to be drafted or heavily influenced by artificial intelligence. While these tools can help employees articulate their concerns more effectively, they also introduce practical complications for HR departments and management teams attempting to respond appropriately.

The UK Home Office has introduced significant reforms to right to work compliance, expanding civil penalties to indirect employment arrangements and implementing new security requirements for sponsor licence holders. These changes, effective October 2026, will fundamentally alter how organisations verify work eligibility and manage their sponsorship obligations, while new Global Talent visa pathways create opportunities for attracting international design and research professionals.

Employers face significant changes under the Employment Rights Act, with tribunal time limits doubling to six months from October 2026, new bereavement leave entitlements, enhanced flexible working consultation requirements, and stricter harassment prevention duties. Are you prepared for the operational and compliance challenges these reforms will bring?

The Employment Rights Act 2025 will fundamentally reshape how UK employers approach contractual changes, introducing automatic unfair dismissal protections for core terms like pay, hours, and holiday entitlement. With narrow exceptions limited to severe financial distress, organisations must now prioritise employee agreement over dismissal and re-engagement, requiring HR teams to audit contracts, review restructuring procedures, and develop new strategies before the January 2027 implementation date.

England's new Private Rented Sector Database will require all residential landlords to register themselves and their properties in a phased regional rollout beginning December 2026. With registration fees of £65 per property, annual renewals, and penalties up to £40,000 for non-compliance, landlords face significant new administrative obligations and potential consequences for failing to maintain active database entries.

On 29 May 2020 the Chancellor announced substantial changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) with a view to winding it down over the summer as the lockdown restrictions are eased.