Waiting (no longer) to exhale – the HCA publishes the outcome of consultation on the new Regulatory Framework
Many of the proposals set out in the 2014 consultation (see our e-briefing on this here) have been carried through into the new Regulatory Framework documents, which will take effect […]
‘Stepping out of the shadows’
Many LSVT Registered Providers (“RPs”) have come of age – or will soon be coming of age -after delivering their offer document promises. This provides RPs with the perfect platform […]
Almshouses and Charitable Incorporated Organisations
However, it fairly quickly became apparent that for the almshouse charities which are also Registered Providers (and, therefore, regulated by the Homes and Communities Agency) there were a number of […]
The National Living Wage has arrived!
When does it apply from? The calculation date for the applicable rate of pay for each pay reference period is the first day in the pay reference period. This means […]
Procurement – Clawback risks for ERDF/ESF funding
In Județul Neamț and Județul Bacău v Ministerul Dezvoltării Regionale și Administrației Publice, Cases C260 and 261/14 the ECJ upheld a 5% clawback of ERDF grants from two local authorities. […]
Autumn Statement and Brexit
Two areas that are included in these needs are social infrastructure: Housing; and Schools. There is no doubt that we are expecting some announcements on housing in the Autumn Statement, […]
Healthcare jargon buster
Key terms to be familiar with: ‘Acute care’ – short-term treatment for a severe injury or episode of illness, an urgent medical condition or recovery from surgery. ‘Better care fund’ […]
Are courts obliged to enforce parenting plans and pre-nuptial agreements?
Despite allegations of aged old paternalism, courts are increasingly turning to empowerment of the litigants to reach an agreement themselves, reducing the need for costly and time-consuming final hearings. In […]
Tribunal fees ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court
Until the Employment Tribunals and the Employment Appeal Tribunals Fees Order 2013 came into force in 2013, a claimant could bring proceedings without paying any fees. The Fees Order came […]
Testamentary freedom and loss of capacity
Known as Testamentary Freedom, a person making their will (a testator) can decide to make provision and leave gifts to family, friends and/or charity on their death – and also […]
The Cost of Care
Faced with spending cuts, local authorities have used their purchasing power to drive down prices for care services. This presents charities with a dilemma as they seek to pay care […]
No TUPE transfer where new joint employers added
Joint contracts are used in the social housing sector for a variety of reasons and this decision will give comfort to those organisations already using them, as well as simplifying […]