Awaab’s Law Phase 2: What Landlords Must Do
From 30 November 2026, Phase 2 of Awaab’s Law will extend mandatory hazard investigation and repair timeframes across the social rented sector in England. The new requirements are particularly important…
GMC Appeal Rights: The Consultation Returns
The government has confirmed that it will launch a fresh supplementary consultation on the General Medical Council’s (GMC) right to appeal fitness to practise decisions. The consultation is expected in…
Parental Involvement Presumption Set to Go
The government plans to repeal the statutory presumption of parental involvement in the Children Act 1989. The proposed change is contained in Clause 17 of the Courts and Tribunals Bill,…
Fair Work Agency: Its New Powers Explained
The Fair Work Agency (FWA) has published its first delivery plan, signalling a more proactive approach to employment rights enforcement across the UK. The announcement follows the first FWA-era National…
NDAs in Settlement Agreements: What Changes
Meta description: Section 202A will restrict NDAs in settlement agreements. Learn what employers and employees need to know about the proposed 2027 changes. The rules on confidentiality clauses in workplace…
Child Focused Courts: What Parents Must Know
Family courts in England and Wales are changing the way they deal with disputes about children. The direction of travel is clear: cases should be more focused on the child’s…
Bailiff Reforms 2026: What Creditors Must Know
The enforcement landscape in England and Wales changed significantly in 2026. Creditors now face longer notice periods before enforcement agents can act, higher statutory enforcement fees and increased court fees…
Doctors’ Social Media: A Regulatory Risk
A doctor’s social media account may feel personal, but personal posts can still become relevant to professional regulation. That point has been brought into sharp focus by a September 2026…
Landlord Register: The 2026 Rollout
The government has announced the next stage of the Renters’ Rights Act reforms, including the phased rollout of a national landlord registration service known as the Private Rented Sector Database…
Rent Arrears in 2026: Pre-Tenancy Checks, Payment Plans and Lawful Alternatives to Eviction
Rent arrears can quickly become stressful for both landlords and tenants. For landlords, missed payments affect mortgage commitments, insurance, repairs and other financial obligations. For tenants, arrears can threaten the…
Employment Tribunal Claims in 2026: Annual Leave, Unpaid Deductions and Worker Status Explained
Employment disputes do not always begin with dismissal. In 2026, many claims arise from how people are paid, how holiday entitlement is calculated, or whether an individual has been wrongly…
GMC Investigation Timeline: What Happens After the Initial Information Request?
Receiving an information request from the General Medical Council (GMC) can be unsettling, particularly when the letter does not immediately make clear whether you are facing a formal investigation. The…