HCR Law

The latest edition of Focus on Academies is now available to read. In this month’s packed edition, we highlight upcoming important dates for your diary, as well as: • Emma Swann outlines the DfE’s recent withdrawal of the Governance Handbook and the introduction of new guidance back in March • There’s an update from Adam Finch on paid ‘optional extras’ that schools offer and how these arrangements fall into the Financial Services and Markets Act (Regulated Activities Order) 2001 • Coral Peutrill discusses attendance in schools and safeguarding in two separate articles. Read the April edition here: https://ow.ly/yZ7M50Rs3vw #EducationLaw #Safeguarding #Schools

The April edition of Spot on for Schools is now out! Our headlines this month: • Oliver Daniels provides an important update on holiday pay guidance • Kate Shields updates on the DfE safeguarding call for evidence • Emma Cockett talks ‘fire and rehire’ and looks at the statutory code of practice on dismissal and re-engagement • What do charities need to know about campaigning in the pre-election period? Rosie Phillips gives you the key information. If that wasn’t enough – there’s lots of key events to add to your diary, too. Read it here: https://ow.ly/l8iM50RqAMF #EducationLaw #Safeguarding #Charities

Legal Director in Planning, Highways and Environment, Brendon Lee, recently received a testimonial for his “excellent service" on disputing Community Infrastructure Levies. Find out more about Brendon's work here: https://ow.ly/B8OV50RnTcx #TestimonialTuesday #CommunityInfrastructure #RealEstateLaw

Did you know over two thirds of office lease transactions in London and the South East are for Grade A space? As many businesses continue to focus on quality workspaces, modern facilities and eco credentials rank highly on wish lists, leaving some larger properties out in the cold. Thames Valley is, however, bucking this trend, with an influx of life science labs and film studios vying for larger premises to develop into state-of-the-art facilities. Lewis Djemal, Head of Real Estate in HCR’s Thames Valley office, uses his in-depth understanding of the Thames Valley market to give expert advice on the current property market in his latest article. Read it here: https://ow.ly/YXBE50RnQQS #PropertyMarket #RealEstate #ThamesValley

C'mon you Saints! After a huge win last weekend against Leicester Tigers, Northampton Saints are back today facing Harlequins in the Big Summer Kick Off at Twickenham with over 60,000 fans expected to attend. We're all behind Saints as they fight to remain top of the table. #COYS

Did you know the West Midlands region is suffering disproportionately from a national skills shortage, with 1 in 4 vacancies now classed as ‘hard to fill’? Is your business also having issues recruiting suitably skilled staff? Download our ‘Upskilling your way out of the West Midlands skills shortage’ report, which reviews the impact this is having and how businesses can address these issues. Leading experts including Tina McKenzie MBE of the Federation of Small Business, Emily Stubbs of Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, and HCR’s Omer Simjee share their insights and advice. View the report here: https://lnkd.in/dFyA8vDA #SkillsShortage #Employment #HCRBrum

Yesterday, Emma Swann and our Academies team, alongside Institute of School Business Leadership , hosted their Spring Conference. During the course of the day, we listened to insightful talks on topics including embracing SEND, managing parental complaints, finance updates, flexible working, responding to a crisis, and top tips for converting to a Multi Academy Trust. Thank you to all our attendees who joined us from a wide variety of schools. It was great to hear about the changes taking place in your schools and answer your questions. #Academies #ISBL #Education

Welcome to We Are HCR Cheltenham! Our connection to the Gloucestershire region remains stronger than ever, with our Cheltenham office continuing to support local causes, including The Nelson Trust and The Pied Piper Appeal. Take a look at just a few of our recent fundraising efforts here: https://lnkd.in/ebznNNe2 #WeAreHCRCheltenham #Gloucestershire #Fundraising

Looking for the key to partner expulsions? Look no further than our latest In Partnership newsletter, where our team break down everything from exit payments to potential risks you may face. Sit back and join us as: • Tricia MacKenzie breaks down your rights when facing expulsion from an LLP or Partnership • Manyara Matambanadzo and Matthew Deem give guidance on the risks involved with expelling an individual • Rachel Khiara explains the types of exit payments partners may receive. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/GQlQ50Rm0Mv #LLP #PartnershipLaw

We were delighted to support The Insurance Institute of Ipswich, Suffolk & North Essex regional annual dinner on Friday 19 April. Our thanks to the Chartered Insurance Institute for a great evening and all the invaluable work it does to support professional development and build public trust in the insurance industry. #CII #Insurance