Government announces plans to pause implementation of freedom of speech duties for students’ unions and HEPs
The government has announced today (26 July) that the new duties on Higher Education providers and students’ unions in the …
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Webinar | Getting probationary periods right | 14 August 2024 | 12pm
Hiring a new member of staff can be uncertain. A new employee may have interviewed well; but concerns as to …
Purpose & Impact: your roundup
Welcome to your roundup – a monthly selection of news hand-picked to keep you up to date with what’s going …
Clarity is key: what you need to know about the FCA’s anti-greenwashing rule and guidance
The FCA’s anti-greenwashing rule, which has been introduced into the Environmental, Social and Governance Sourcebook section of the FCA Handbook, …
Briefing for Charities & Social Enterprises | 24 July
Our weekly round up of news and updates from across the sector Charity Commission Annual report and accounts The Charity …
Realise your purpose: Increasing social mobility and diversity in the workplace
There is widespread consensus that a diverse, inclusive workforce leads to greater productivity, creativity and innovation as well as better …
Charity Legacies Roundup 2024 | 11 September | 2:45pm
We will be hosting an afternoon of legal updates and networking for legacy professionals at our Charity Legacies Roundup 2024. …
The King’s Speech: Labour Government’s Legislative Agenda for Employment Law
On 17 July 2024, in the King’s Speech, the newly elected Labour government set out its proposals for two new …
Webinar | Regenerative Fashion Futures – a Just Transition for the Fashion Industry | 12 September | 3pm-5pm
On 12 September, Bates Wells and Fashion Declares will be supporting the launch of Safia Minney’s report and film ‘Regenerative …
Search and imaging orders: changes on the horizon
A new model form search and imaging order is expected to be introduced in the coming months. Experienced Supervising Solicitors …
Landmark climate judgment: R (Finch on behalf of the Weald Action Group & Others) v. Surrey County Council (& Others)
A recent judgment by the Supreme Court has been hailed as groundbreaking by climate campaigners, fighting for recognition of the …
Watch again | Balancing responsibility & innovation – How can we develop and implement ethical AI? | 4 July
A recent explosion in innovation has meant AI has become more popular and powerful. AI and automated decision-making, especially in …