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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Can AI replace your solicitor? Can it draft you a will? Bethany Slack and Ben Green explore the risks of using AI for estate planning in this recent article: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update... #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #EstatePlanning #Wills #Solicitors
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Our social housing team has launched a practical guide to help social housing landlords navigate growing “no access” challenges, as sector research reveals the scale and complexity of the issue under tightening safety regulations. View it here: www.flipsnack.com/7B6EE6DD75E/... #SocialHousingLaw
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
The most read article on our website this week was from Charlotte Coombs, Caroline Alexander and Lorna Spear, who explain HMRC Automatic Exchange of Information Registration requirements and penalties. Read the article here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update... #HMRC #PrivateClientLaw #LegalInsights
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
In case you missed it, our most read article in the last seven days was from Rhodri Preece and Andrew Williams in our commercial real estate team, who provided an update on the ban on upwards-only rent reviews. Read the article here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update... #RealEstate #LegalInsight
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
In case you missed it, our most read article last week was from Alex Terry in our construction team, who explored the impact of the 2026 Iran war on the UK construction industry. Read it here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update... #ConstructionLaw #UKConstruction #LegalUpdate #TopRead
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
A significant High Court decision published today, 29 April 2026, sheds light on the scope of the Office for Students’ powers in regulating freedom of speech and academic freedom. Gary Attle from our education team breaks down the key findings in this article: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update...
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
My partner and I have separated but we weren’t married. What am I entitled to claim? In case you missed it, our most read article this week was from Denise Findlay, Partner in our family team, who answered this question in a 2024 article. Read it here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update... #FamilyLaw
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Attention UK company directors: Companies House has confirmed a security flaw that let users amend other companies’ data and view non‑public director information. It’s now fixed, but Birketts recommends directors take a few quick protective steps, outlined here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update...
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
In case you missed it, our most read article this week was from Sara-Michelle Colvin, on sponsor licence revocations in the care sector: understanding the Home Office crackdown. Read the article here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update.... #SponsorLicence #CareSector #ImmigrationLaw
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
In case you missed it, our most-read article this week comes from Nicholas Woo in our shipping and international trade team, exploring war clauses in light of the US-Iran conflict. Read the article here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update... #Shipping #InternationalTrade #LegalUpdate #WarClauses
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Our commercial and technology team have published 'Decoded', a publication that features five articles focused on the key issues to consider around intangible technology risks that matter most to buyers in M&A. Read it here: www.flipsnack.com/7B6EE6DD75E/... #CommercialAndTechnology #LegalInsights
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Decoded Newsletter Spring 2026
Flipsnack is a digital catalog maker that makes it easy to create, publish and share html5 flipbooks. Upload a PDF or design from scratch flyers, magazines, books and more.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
We regularly publish newsletters that provide updates on changes in legislation, topical news and issues that are important to our clients. You can view all of our newsletters and sign up to receive future editions directly here: www.birketts.co.uk/newsletters/ #LegalUpdates #ExpertInsights
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
The natural capital team has had a busy year, delivering expert legal advice on Biodiversity Net Gain projects nationwide. By supporting landowners with their diversification plans, we’re proud to play our part in driving positive environmental change, supporting the rural community and industry.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
In her latest article for Today's Family Lawyer, Lucia Mills, Legal Director in our property disputes team, explores a pivotal High Court test case which looks at whether WhatsApp messages can be legally binding. todaysconveyancer.co.uk/high-court-p... #PropertyDisputes #LegalInsights #HighCourt
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Why a High Court property dispute case will decide whether WhatsApp messages are legally binding | Today's Conveyancer
Why a High Court property dispute case will decide whether WhatsApp messages are legally binding: A High Court test case will decide whether WhatsApp messages are legally binding, after a husband sent...
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
As the festive season approaches, Attorneys and Deputies should remember that gifting is subject to strict rules under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Our latest article explains what counts as a gift, when gifts are permitted, and why authority matters: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update....
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Following the Autumn Budget 2025, we spoke to Mat Newnham, Partner and Head of Employment, on what the announcements could mean for employers and HR teams navigating an already shifting landscape. #Bugdet2025 #AutumBudget #EmploymentLaw
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Matthew Newnham, Partner and Head of Employment at Birketts, provides commentary for Personnel Today in an article on the Resolution Foundation’s call for the government to rethink plans for day-one unfair dismissal rights. Read it here: www.personneltoday.com/hr/unfair-di... #EmploymentLaw #HR
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Rethink day-one unfair dismissal rights, says think tank
The government must rethink its plans to introduce day-one unfair dismissal rights, according to the Resolution Foundation think tank.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
We’re pleased to announce that Birketts has been appointed to the £45 million London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC) 2025 Legal Services Framework. Read the press release here: www.birketts.co.uk/news/birkett... #EducationLaw #LegalNews #LUPC
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Birketts appointed to London Universities Purchasing Consortium legal framework
The appointment enables Birketts to support a diverse number of universities and colleges of higher and further education.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Nicola Gooch, Partner in our Planning and Environmental Team, recently joined The Planner Magazine's PlannerPod podcast to discuss the transformation of the UK's electricity grid and the potential of storytelling in planning. Tune in here: open.spotify.com/episode/4Hwj... #PlanningLaw
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PlannerPod episode 3 | Zero sums, storytelling and the grid
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Poundland has narrowly avoided collapse after a High Court judge approved its restructuring plan. Hayley Songhurst, Senior Associate in our dispute resolution team, shared her insights on the ruling in an article for TechRound. You can read it here: techround.co.uk/business/pou... #LegalInsights
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Poundland Saved From Collapse With £60m Restructuring Plan - TechRound
Poundland, one of the UK's most well-known high street stores narrowly escaped full collapse after a High Court judge approved its restructuring plan.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
In an article for The Carer, Sara-Michelle Colvin, Senior Associate in our immigration team, examines the latest immigration rules and their potential impact on the care sector. Read the article here: issuu.com/thecarer/doc... #ImmigrationLaw #CareSector #LegalInsight
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The Carer Digital - Issue #251
The Carer Digital is delivered to our readers online every week, bringing you all the latest news, expert advice and opinion and latest products and services for the adult social care sector. #care #
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
Jennifer Leeder, Partner at Birketts, highlights the need for managers & HR to act promptly, conduct thorough, impartial investigations, and follow internal policies & the ACAS Code of Practice. Read more 👉 www.hrmagazine.co.uk/content/news... #EmploymentLaw #HRInsights #LegalInsight
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Our latest research reveals a rising number of employment tribunal claims in the hospitality and leisure sector, with 12% more claims than the average across all sectors. For further insights, visit www.birketts.co.uk/news/hospita.... #HospitalityLaw #EmploymentLaw #HRInsights
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
In an article for Benefits Expert, Alex Elliott commented on the rise in on-site work requirements and the related legal developments affecting how employers manage flexible working. Read the article here: benefits-expert.com/requirements.... #FlexibleWorking #EmploymentLaw #LegalInsight
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Requirements to be on site rise as employers split on productivity benefits
More than two in five UK businesses have increased their requirement for employees to work on site or return to
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
Tesco has returned to the Court of Appeal to challenge an earlier tribunal decision in a long-running legal case that could cost the retailer up to £4 billion. Alex Elliott, Solicitor in our employment team, provides expert commentary here: www.hrgrapevine.com/content/arti.... #EmploymentLaw
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HR Grapevine
HR news and insights for the forward-thinking HR professional
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Emma Brunning, Partner in our Family Team, shares insights on the case of TF v SF [2025], where she represented the wife. This important decision highlights how courts consider post-separation conduct when dividing assets. todaysfamilylawyer.co.uk/divorce-case... #FamilyLaw #DivorceLaw
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Divorce case remind professionals of court's ability to take holistic approach to justice - Today's Family Lawyer
The conduct of a couple in divorce proceedings reminds professionals of the court's view of post-separation conduct in any decision
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Liz Stevens in our Employment Team commented on a tribunal case in which a recruitment director was awarded nearly £188,000 after being unfairly dismissed due to brain damage caused by a cardiac arrest. Read it here: nrtimes.co.uk/director-win... #EmploymentLaw #UnfairDismissal #LegalInsight
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Director wins £188k for dismissal after brain injury
A recruitment director has been awarded nearly £188,000 after a tribunal found he was unfairly dismissed following brain damage caused by a cardiac arrest.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
In an article for Horse & Hound, Senior Associate Naomi Newell looks at important things you need to know if you keep horses in a field with a public footpath. Read the article here: www.horseandhound.co.uk/features/hor... #EquineLaw #LegalInsight #HorseOwners
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Important things to know if you keep horses in a field with a public footpath: safety and legal information
Access to good quality turnout is a must, but if you keep your horses in a field with a public footpath or bridleway, you may have a few apprehensions.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
In an article for Spear’s Magazine, Sacha Wooldridge, Head of Immigration, offers comment on why many wealthy Americans are moving to the UK. Read the article here: spearswms.com/wealth/why-s... #US #UK #ImmigrationLaw
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Why so many wealthy Americans are moving to the UK - Spear's
So many wealthy Americans have moved to the UK since the re-election of President Trump that it has been dubbed the ‘invasion of the Donald Dashers’.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
If you haven't already tuned in, Liz Brownsell features as a charity law expert on episode two of the Third Sector 'When Charity Goes Wrong' podcast, discussing the story of the Captain Tom Foundation. Listen here 👉 www.thirdsector.co.uk/third-sector...
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Third Sector launches When Charity Goes Wrong
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Sacha Wooldridge, Partner in our Immigration Team, provides commentary for City AM as the Mayor of London says the capital will remain a technology hub. Read it here: www.cityam.com/sadiq-khan-p... #AI #London #LegalInsight
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Sadiq Khan pitches London as AI hub despite sector concerns
Sadiq Khan today championed the capital as a leading tech hub, even as sector voices warn of structural barriers limiting UK competitiveness.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Our newly published research has revealed that care sector employers are having to deal with a significantly higher number of disciplinaries and grievances than other sectors. For further insights, and to read the full report, visit www.birketts.co.uk/news/discipl... #EmploymentLaw #CareSector
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
In an article for Food Manufacture, Partner Alex Forwood explains why the new UK-EU trade deal gives reasons for optimism in the food and beverage sector. Read the article here: www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Article/2025... #FoodIndustry #TradeDeal #LegalInsight
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The new UK-EU trade deal: Reasons for optimism in the F&B sector
Alex Forwood, partner in the corporate team and member of Birketts’ Food and Beverages Sector Group at Birketts LLP explains why the food and beverage sector may begin to feel the pressure ease follow...
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Laura Tanguay and Lucy Birch feature in the latest episode of Today’s Family Lawyer Podcast. They discuss providing family legal services for the changing nature of modern relationships. Listen now: todaysfamilylawyer.co.uk/providing-fa... #TOLATA #PropertyDisputes #ModernFamilies #LegalInsight
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Providing family legal services for the changing nature of modern relationships - Today's Family Lawyer
The Today's Family Lawyer Podcast explores the changing needs of modern relationships and how firms can provide legal services that best suit
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
In an article for the Daily Mail, Sacha Wooldridge, Partner and Head of Immigration, provides commentary on plans to restrict work and study visas for certain nationalities. Read it here: www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article... #ImmigrationLaw #Visas #LegalInsight
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Crackdown on visas to 'only have a small impact on new asylum claims'
The Home Office is poised to unveil plans to scale back the amount of work and study permits handed to certain nationalities.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
In an article in The Times, Tom Quinn, Partner in our Family Team, provides commentary on the high-profile divorce case, Standish v Standish, which went to the Supreme Court this week. Read the article here: www.thetimes.com/uk/law/artic... *subscription required #FamilyLaw #LegalInsight
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Ex-banker’s £132m divorce case ‘will test boundaries of law’
A dispute over a husband’s £80m gift to his wife — an attempt to avoid inheritance tax — has gone before the Supreme Court
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
On 31 March, Birketts' health and safety experts presented their spring update. In this session they covered mental health in the workplace, duties to employees working from home, legal updates and what is 'reasonably practicable' in a safety context. Watch it here: youtu.be/8E0PubnfoRY?...
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Health and Safety: Spring Update '25
YouTube video by Birketts LLP
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
In an article for Charity Finance, Liz Brownsell, Partner and Head of Charities at Birketts, reviews the Gary Mond ruling and asks whether freedom of expression is a trump card. Read it here: www.civilsociety.co.uk/finance/the-... *subscription required #Charities #LegalInsight #CharityLaw
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The power of the charity trustee disqualification
Liz Brownsell, partner and head of charities at Birketts, reviews the Gary Mond ruling and asks whether freedom of expression is a trump card.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
After the University of Sussex was fined £585k for failing to uphold freedom of speech, Abigail Trencher, Head of our Education Team, provided expert commentary in an article for People Management. Read it here: www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1912... #HR #EducationLaw #LegalInsight
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University of Sussex fined £585k for failing to uphold freedom of speech – what are the wider implications for HR?
Following the latest in a string of rulings about gender-critical beliefs, People Management explores the legal landscape around free speech and outlines key considerations for employers
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Gary Attle explores an important decision published this week by the Office for Students, the regulator for English higher education, on the University of Sussex's breach of its regulatory obligations relating to academic freedom and freedom of speech: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update... #Education
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
The House of Commons has overturned a House of Lords amendment that sought to exempt social care providers from the upcoming increase in employer National Insurance Contributions. Read Greg Allan's recent article for more details: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update.... #LegalInsight
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
In an article for Personnel Today exploring the importance of ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting for employers, Sam Greenhalgh, Partner in our Employment Team, provides expert insights. Read it here: www.personneltoday.com/hr/ethnicity... #PayGapReporting #EmploymentLaw #LegalInsight
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Ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting: Lessons from employers ahead of the curve
With mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting on the horizon for large employers, Kavitha Sivasubramaniam looks at the potential impact of its introduction and what it could mean for pay e...
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
The Lawyer has published an article on agriculture and rural law, and Birketts is pleased to be recognised in the 'crop circle' in a significant way. You can read the article here: www.thelawyer.com/youve-heard-... *subscription required to access full article #Agriculture #AgriculturalLawyers
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Sacha Wooldridge, Head of our Immigration Team, shares insights in an article in the Daily Mail on why wealthy and influential individuals are leaving the U.S. amid concerns over President Trump's policies. Read the article here: www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article.... #Immigration #LegalInsight
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Meet the Donald Dashers: How the rich and famous are fleeing the US
The increasingly 'volatile' political landscape in the US is increasingly leading to rich Americans fleeing, experts told MailOnline today.
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
The Government has published its responses to the five consultation papers on various key provisions in the Employment Rights Bill, setting out its conclusions and proposed amendments to the Bill. Liz Stevens explores each consulation response here: www.birketts.co.uk/legal-update...
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
Greg Allan, Head of Independent Healthcare, sat down with Pivotal People to share his insights on the challenges and innovations in healthcare law, and his personal commitment to shaping a sustainable and values-driven care system. Tune in here: youtu.be/t861clJfpW0?... #HealthcareLaw
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Pivotal People 43 with Greg Allan, Head of Independent Healthcare & Corporate Partner at Birketts
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
In an article for the Independent Schools Magazine, Naomi Westcott, Senior Associate, examines the current situation around smart phones in schools. You can read it here: www.independentschoolsmagazine.co.uk/issues/2025-... page 36. #IndependentSchools #Smartphones #LegalInsight
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Independent Schools Magazine
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
In an article for the Independent Schools Magazine, Naomi Westcott, Senior Associate, examines the current situation around smart phones in schools. You can read it here: www.independentschoolsmagazine.co.uk/issues/2025-... page 36. #IndependentSchools #Smartphones #LegalInsight
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Independent Schools Magazine
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Birketts LLP @birketts.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Matthew Newnham, Partner in our Employment Team, provided commentary in an article for Personnel Today, around the backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion policies following Donald Trump’s recent statements. www.personneltoday.com/hr/trump-dei... #EmploymentLaw #DEI
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President Trump’s DEI backlash: should HR be worried?
As Trump's backlash against DEI policies gathers pace, what does this show us about the complexity of such programmes?
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