We summarise the hot topics discussed at COP26 and their impact on the social housing sector, as well as what registered providers (RPs) can do to help reach net-zero and resolve some of the issues.

Workers are protected from a detriment connected with their trade union activities, regardless of whether this was ‘protected industrial action’ lawfully organised by a union and compliant with the statutory balloting requirements.

The topic of vicarious liability continues to evolve especially when considered alongside the issue of a non-delegable duty of care in the health setting. Read our top tips on how to deal with this issue.

NHSEI has shared operational guidance on preparing and implementing the new regulation requiring providers of regulated healthcare services to ensure that certain workers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

The Pears Maudsley Centre is an exceptional example of joint working between the NHS and the clinical research and charity sectors and clearly illustrates what can be achieved despite the pressures on capital which continue across the NHS.

The latest update to the CPR makes some important changes to Practice Direction 55C which affects how landlords deal with cases from 1 December 2021. We look at what these changes are and how RPs should deal with new and ongoing possession cases.

In Raja v McMillan, a recent court battle has identified the potential pitfalls when purchasing a property bound by affordable housing occupancy restrictions. Find out which lessons can be learned from the case.

NHS England and NHS Improvement's Readiness to Operate Statement Checklist sets out the due diligence CCGs need to carry out by the end of March 2022. We explain which key issues you need to consider in the due diligence exercise.

The High Court allowed an appeal by the Authority challenging the findings of the GOC’s committee regarding the registrant’s fitness to practise and sanction. Learn about key lessons, including giving a clear explanation why conclusions have been reached.

This case highlights the need for regulatory tribunals to consider carefully the applicable sanctions guidance, and to ensure that any departure from that guidance is properly explained. Sophie Keenan explores the judgment in more detail.

The Court quashed the decision of the MPT, finding that it had not sufficiently explained its reasons for rejecting Dr Mokhammad’s evidence. Regulators and panels may find this case interesting when dealing with cases based on competing witness evidence.

Read our monthly housing case law update, summarising the latest cases and court decisions in one practical update, so you can devote more time to supporting your tenants.