Reducing procurement scope during an economic downturn
We consider the issues that contracting authorities should consider if looking to reduce the scope of contracts regulated by the Public Contracts Regulations 2015
17 January 2023
Expert evidence in public procurement claims (Siemens v HS2)
In this article we look at the recent Siemens v HS2 judgment and discuss the clarity it provides where a party seeks permission for expert evidence in procurement litigation
26 August 2022
The Procurement Bill: Key changes proposed following the House of Lords Committee Stage
In this article we analyse some of the key proposed updates to the Procurement Bill following its progress through the Committee stage of the House of Lords
18 November 2022
Defence Procurement Update: Single Source Contract Regulations Reform
The Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 are being amended as part of the Procurement Bill, due to be enacted in 2023. This update looks at what to expect from the reforms.
17 January 2023
The EUs Proposal on the Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising
This article examines the proposals made and adopted by the Council, and how they will apply to service providers and sponsors, and the GDPR implications
18 January 2023
CAP issues new guidance on targeting age-restricted adverts online
We review the Committee of Advertising Practice’s recently published guidance on how to comply with the rules on age-restricted advertising in an online context
18 January 2023
Supporting clients through their philanthropy lifecycle
From identifying a client’s values and devising a strong strategy to troubleshooting problems, our role as lawyers is to provide a holistic service.
20 January 2023
Industrial action in the social care sector - how can employers prepare?
Many sectors including social care are facing the threat of industrial action. We set out key points for employers including options for contingency planning
11 July 2022
TPR and FCA strategy update: “We will continue to work...closely...as we carry out these joint workstreams”
The Pensions Regulator and the Financial Conduct Authority update on their ongoing cooperation to protect pension savers and enhance their outcomes
24 January 2023
Employment Edit – what's new in employment law
Voluntary overtime worked on a sufficiently regular basis can be included in holiday pay calculations; the two year cap on unlawful deductions claims came into force in Great Britain; and more…
02 July 2015
Employment Edit - what's new in employment law
Early conciliation procedure becomes mandatory; county courts unify; DWP publishes guide to Direct Earnings Attachments; changes to timescales for providing employee liability information under TUPE.
24 April 2014
Employment Edit – what's new in employment law
City Link and correct procedures in redundancy situations; contractual grievance may be entitled to protection under the whistleblowing legislation; guidance on zero hours contracts; and more…
22 October 2015