A big year for public sector purchasers
Having received the approval of both the European Commission and Parliament in January, and promises of swift implementation by the Cabinet Office, we have had a wait to see the […]
How Permanent is your Permanent Endowment?
Permanent endowment funds are capital funds which are held in trust for the benefit of the charity over the long term and are subject to restrictions as regards how they […]
HCA Changes Guidance on Mortgage Rescue Rents – Important Implications
This has the following implications: There is now no required rent level; The definition of an intermediate rent is different from what was the old Intermediate Market Rent (IMR) as […]
EU procurement – changes are afoot
The EU has been working on three new procurement Directives (for utilities, public sector procurement, and concessions). This has been a lengthy process but at long last these new Directives […]
Early retirement: a trap for unwary employers
Employers admitted to the LGPS should therefore review their policies on how they exercise discretions under the LGPS to ensure that the policies are up to date, achieve value for […]
Are you safe to suspend an employee who is alleged to have committed abuse?
So, what are the implications of the case for your organisation? The case concerned two nurses employed by the Trust and dismissed on the grounds of gross misconduct due to […]
Qualifying Work or Works? Implications for consultation
This decision may have significant implications for landlords undertaking improvement projects. Click here to see the facts of the case. This case concerns 97 holiday chalets at Point Curlew, a […]
All Change for Employment Tribunals
Various other changes that will affect employment tribunal claims are also being brought in over the next year under the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act (ERRA) 2013 – and we […]
Social Value and Public Procurement – A Legal Guide (1)
This guide is ideal for those who are uncertain of how social value fits with contracting authorities’ duties relating to cross-border appeal and local authorities’ duties of Best Value. The […]
Flexible working requests – are you being flexible enough?
The previous conditions of having to demonstrate caring responsibilities will no longer apply meaning that the extent and breadth of reasons for requests from your workforce can be predicted to […]
The Care Bill – Challenges and Opportunities
Surprisingly, Douglas has never been diagnosed with any mental disorder. Nor has he spent any time detained in hospital for treatment for such a disorder. This is because Douglas is, […]
Anti-social Behaviour Bill – nearly there!
The Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act received Royal Assent on 13 March 2014 and it is anticipated that it will come into force in the Autumn of 2014. The […]