With recent figures showing that “blended families” are on the rise, we take a closer look at partner adoption where people adopt their partner’s child.
The legal considerations of using a known or unknown donor
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For many, starting a family through donor conception involves a multitude of considerations to include social, emotional, and also the legal position of the family unit and any child born.
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The UK IPO has reviewed its decision in relation to “interrupted days” and has declared that its “interrupted days” period will end on 29 July 2020. Therefore, the first non-interrupted day will commence on 30 July 2020 and all normal operations will resume.
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Who can consent to a deprivation of liberty for children and young persons?
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It is increasingly easier for practitioners to spot a deprivation of liberty when a person is over 18 – but perhaps not so simple when considering whether a child, or young person is deprived of their liberty.
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Are your business terms and conditions sufficient?
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Most businesses are being severely disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. Once immediate concerns are resolved, many businesses may find they have more time on their hands to focus inwards on the internal policies and the contractual terms on which they operate.
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Employers should be sensitive to the feelings of a member of staff who has suffered a bereavement and should also be aware of the rights that may available to them at such a time.
Birth Trauma Injury Report – Listen to Mums: Ending the Postcode Lottery on Perinatal Care
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Vanessa Harris comments on the recent birth trauma injury report – Listen to Mums: Ending the Postcode Lottery on Perinatal Care and discusses the themes and outcome of the report.
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