Spring forecast: A local government perspective
Much is changing in local government and there is undoubtedly an exciting opportunity to support a change programme that could transform the delivery of affordable housing and publicly funded services […]
Could your group structure do with a spring clean?
With a new financial year fast approaching, we recommend that registered providers (RPs) focus on their need to have a robust understanding of their corporate structures, including any separate legal entities and to keep this under regular review.
Employment Rights Bill – make sure you’re ahead of the game!
Initially, it ran to 158 pages (now it’s a lofty 199 pages post first round of amendments) and contains 28 separate provisions. Heralded by the Government as bringing generational change […]
Anthony Collins strengthens matrimonial services with qualified arbitrator
Anthony Collins’ financial remedy arbitration services provide another option for separating couples at the firm alongside their more ‘traditional’ divorce services. Anthony Collins also offer additional services to separating couples […]
Charities monthly round-up – March 2025
Spring is nearly here and, just like the daffodils, we are bursting with fresh news and updates for the charity sector. Grab a cuppa and dive into this month’s governance updates – you won’t want to miss what’s blooming!
Charities monthly round-up – February 2025
Charity Commission trustee disqualification order overturned in a landmark decision The recent charity tribunal ruling overturning the Charity Commission’s (the Commission’s) disqualification of a former trustee highlights important considerations for […]
Judicial review highlights duty to consider true cost of care
Liam Fitzgerald, instructing Philip Rule KC, No 5 Chambers, acted for the successful claimant, SARCP, a body which represents care providers in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. For the 2024/2025 annual indexation […]
Care home providers and unpaid fees: Key lessons from the Oxfordshire County Council case
This case is particularly relevant to providers dealing with residents who have exhausted their funds while the local authority refuses or fails to pay for their care.
Charities monthly round-up - January 2025
What better way to start 2025 than sitting down with a cup of tea and working your way through some key legislative updates.
Charities monthly round-up – December 2024
Donating during Christmas? The Christmas period is about giving as well as receiving. Research from the Charities Aid Foundation predicts that donations from the British public will reach £2.8 billion […]
Managing temporary accommodation costs requires greater collaboration
At these levels, local authorities are at risk of bankruptcy and therefore unable to support some of the most vulnerable people in society. With time running out, establishing a joined-up […]
EOTs – their time to shine
Given the Chancellor’s increase of capital gains tax (CGT) rates, the changes could encourage more businesses to consider EOTs as an alternative exit option – and require them to get […]