The case of Riverside Truck Rental Limited v Lancashire County Council is a salutary case which shows the importance of making sure that claimants comply with the strict time limits set down in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 in procurement disputes.
Update: Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022
News
The Act came into force on 1 August and on that day Companies House opened its Overseas Entities Register for registration by overseas entities that now, or in the future, own registered land.
Read more on Update: Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022
Updated Right to Work checks amidst the coronavirus pandemic
News
From 30 March 2020 right to work checks for employers have been temporarily adjusted due to the coronavirus pandemic. This is a welcome move that makes it easier to carry out the checks.
Read more on Updated Right to Work checks amidst the coronavirus pandemic
What does the war in Ukraine mean for international surrogacy arrangements?
News
Our surrogacy solicitors explain the impact of the war in Ukraine on UK intended parents and Ukrainian surrogates, the support currently available for affected families and what further steps affected families can take.
Read more on What does the war in Ukraine mean for international surrogacy arrangements?
When does “unwanted conduct” constitute harassment?
News
The EAT held that a female manager did not harass a male team member when she gave him an unwanted back, neck and shoulder massage in an open plan office.
Read more on When does “unwanted conduct” constitute harassment?
Who can consent to a deprivation of liberty for children and young persons?
Insights
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.
Read more on Who can consent to a deprivation of liberty for children and young persons?
Couples entering into a second marriage are being reminded of the importance of having a Will in place, particularly when there are children from a previous marriage involved.
Would a refusal to mediate be reasonable in context of coronavirus?
News
The court has recently provided some interesting guidance in relation to an unreasonable refusal to mediate in the case of BXB v Watch Tower and Bible Tract Society of Pennsylvania and the Trustees of the Barry Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses (2020).
Read more on Would a refusal to mediate be reasonable in context of coronavirus?
Thank you for completing our Executive Wealthcare self-assessment. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss your results with a member of our team.
