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Moving faster: high court enforcement in social housing

Moving faster: high court enforcement in social housing
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Housing management

With court delays continuing to rise, High Court enforcement is becoming an increasingly relevant, and frequently discussed, option for…

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Clarke Willmott tackles Manchester 10k for youth employment charity

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Colleagues from Clarke Willmott LLP’s Manchester office took on the AJ Bell Manchester 10K race on 31 May, raising funds for Rise Up!, a local charity dedicated to tackling youth unemployment and supporting young people into the world of work.

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BBC Panorama: Maternity Failures: The Fight for Justice – Is Nottingham University NHS Trust an isolated case?

BBC Panorama: Maternity Failures: The Fight for Justice – Is Nottingham University NHS Trust an isolated case?
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Healthcare

I watched the episode of Panorama last night (1 June 2026) hoping to go away with a feeling that lessons had been learned and that the…

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Hot under the collar: how can employers protect against heatwaves?

Employment
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With temperatures exceeding 30 degrees and the hottest May day ever recorded on Tuesday, employers should be aware of their obligations to staff during heatwaves.

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Separated parents: can you take your child abroad?

Family law
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If you are separated from your child’s other parent and are planning a trip abroad, it is important to understand the legal position before you book or travel. The rules can differ depending on whether there is a Child Arrangements Order in place, who has parental responsibility, and whether the other parent agrees to the trip.

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Update for clients: changes to public sector pension values (SCAPE rate) from a family law perspective

Update for clients: changes to public sector pension values (SCAPE rate) from a family law perspective
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Family law

If you or your former partner have a public sector pension (for example NHS, teachers, civil service, police, local government, judiciary…

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Celebrating Pride in the workplace: What employer’s need to know about Pride Month

Employment
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In this article, we look at why LGBTQ+ inclusion matters from both a legal and business perspective, outline the key legal framework, and suggest practical ways employers can support inclusion in the workplace.

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Celebrities will continue to follow Taylor Swift in using IP to protect their brands

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Intellectual property
Taylor Swift is only the latest in a long line of celebrities using Intellectual Property (IP) to protect their personal brands. The pop superstar recently applied to trademark her voice and appearance in an apparent attempt to protect herself from artificial intelligence impersonations.

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After years on the farm, what happens on divorce? A practical example

After years on the farm, what happens on divorce? A practical example
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Agriculture

On divorce, the court’s task is to achieve a fair outcome, taking into account all the circumstances, including the parties’ needs,…

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Same-sex couples in sport: building families

Family law
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For many same-sex couples working in sport, whether as elite athletes, coaches, agents, or in club and federation roles, the question of starting a family is one that requires careful planning. The physical demands of sporting careers, the pressures of performance schedules, and the realities of frequent travel all shape when and how family planning becomes possible.

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When participation is at risk: supporting vulnerable witnesses and securing the best evidence

When participation is at risk: supporting vulnerable witnesses and securing the best evidence
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Housing management

When dealing with reports of anti-social behaviour, landlords often encounter witnesses who are either too fearful to be named in a…

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