News Bulletin – Latest developments in the rented and leasehold sectors
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Social housing providers
In yesterday’s King’s Speech, we learned more about the Government’s priorities for the next Parliamentary session in relation to the rented and leasehold sectors. Lynn James and Gabrielle Roberts discuss what this means
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Lynn James
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Gabrielle Roberts
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Nottinghamshire Police to launch investigation into maternity care
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Nottinghamshire Police have announced that an investigation will be launched into maternity care provided under Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust.
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Employers who are planning a return to the office will need to ensure sufficient health and safety measures are in place to manage the risk of COVID-19.
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From the 26 March 2020 the pause button was pressed in terms of evictions through the implementation of the Coronavirus Act 2020 in relation to residential tenancies and through Practice Direction 51Z of the Civil Procedure Rules in relation to Staying all Part 55 possession proceedings.
People are living independently for longer to avoid ‘feeling old before their time’
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According to the CW Retirement Living Survey we carried out in 2021, people are living independently for longer in a bid to avoid ‘feeling old before their time’.
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Positive sign for the high street as Avon opens stores
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Retail & leisure
Beauty brand Avon has announced it will open a small number of physical stores for the first time in its 137-year history. Partner Amanda French discusses why this is a great sign for the high street.
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RAAC: guidance for employers and duty holders from a Health and Safety Law Perspective
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Crime & regulatory
On 31 August 2023, the Department for Education issued new guidance on the management of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (“RAAC”) in school buildings and other education settings.
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Recoverability of litigation costs via service charge provisions: Can landlords litigate at lessees’ expense?
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Property litigation
The Court of Appeal decision for the above case provides further guidance on whether legal and professional costs can be recovered through a service charge.
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Kary Withers
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