Blog
24/04/20
We are maintaining a list of core and useful guidance on coronavirus related issues, which we will aim to keep updated.
How much of a medical record can a personal representative see?
24/04/20
The Access to Health Records Act 1990 grants a statutory right of access to the medical records of the deceased to certain individuals in certain circumstances. The High Court has recently looked at the scope of that right for personal representatives.
COVID-19: Clinical risk and indemnity considerations
24/04/20
COVID-19 has permeated every aspect of health and social care, presenting challenges to the NHS and private sector. The situation is evolving but key concerns are highlighted in this Insight with practical advice on managing risk and indemnity issues.
COVID-19 and possession proceedings: New amendments to the Civil Procedure Rules
21/04/20
Amendments to Practice Direction 51Z to the Civil Procedure Rules, which have immediate effect, were announced on the judiciary’s website on 20 April 2020. We highlight the key amendments and what they mean for social housing providers.
A right to shared ownership: A new opportunity for housing association tenants
17/04/20
The new pilot 'Shared Ownership Right to Buy' scheme allows Housing Association tenants to buy a share in their home for as little as 10%. We set out the conditions of the scheme and its implications for housing associations here.
COVID-19: An action plan for social care
17/04/20
On 15 April 2020, the Government issued the “COVID-19: Our Action Plan for Adults Social Care”. We set out an overview of the plan, which includes the creation of the care sector's own brand (CARE), and link it to some guidance already issued.
Housing case law - April 2020
17/04/20
Read our monthly housing case law update, which includes recent cases from courts in England and Wales that are relevant to the #ukhousing sector.
Community Infrastructure Levy in respect of phased planning: What are the financial implications?
16/04/20
The first official judgment on a phased planning permission for the purpose of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) has been handed down by the High Court. We examine the implications for housing providers in this insight.
COVID-19 and information law: What does it mean for housing providers?
16/04/20
There are many concerns about the disruption and impact on business activity of the COVID-19 outbreak. In light of the changing circumstances, we have set out some key information law considerations and what it might mean for our housing clients.
COVID-19 and issuing possession proceedings: Clearing up some uncertainty
16/04/20
There has been some confusion and many questions around serving notices and taking possession proceedings during the COVID-19 pandemic. We hope to clarify the position in England and Wales for social housing providers.
COVID-19: The impact on lending
15/04/20
The impact and outcome of COVID-19 may result in a technical breach of funding covenants, giving funders extensive powers. We explore the issues organisations could face and provide some top tips for the best results for your business.
Blog
09/04/20
Two recent ICO enforcement activities indicate the importance of internal and external controls over how data may be used and transferred.