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12/05/2008 : Sorry Is The Hardest Word
In April 2008 the Healthcare Commission (HC) produced their report on second stage complaints about the NHS in England titled “Spotlight on Complaints”. As a result of the report, it would seem to conclude that the HC are urging NHS Trusts… »

12/05/2008 : A Reasonable Employer
Theft from an employer is a very serious crime and should inevitably result in dismissal, but woe betide the employer who jumps to a hasty conclusion, points the finger and says, in the words of Sir Alan Sugar, “You’re fired” without… »

08/05/2008 : Radical Changes To Consumer Law
Businesses will soon no longer have to face unfair competition from traders who use underhand practices to sell their products. On the 26th May this year we will see what is being hailed as the most radical change to consumer law in 40 years with… »

08/05/2008 : Getting Your Branding Right
As the effects of the credit crunch continue to bite, it’s time to review and protect your business assets. And it is vital that you do not overlook your branding. A strong brand can make the difference between commercial success and… »

06/05/2008 : Risks Of Football Journalism And “Contumelious” Reporting
Sports news and comment in this country has traditionally been robust, but a spate of litigation has revealed the particular libel risks of football journalism. Those risks are increased by the genre’s thirst for sensational and confrontational… »

01/05/2008 : Charities Need To Demonstrate Their Public Benefit
On 1 April 2008 the modern definition of a ‘charity’ in the Charities Act 2006 came into force. All charities are now required to show public benefit by operating in an effective and outward looking way. Action is required by all charities.… »

24/04/2008 : Failure To Complete - Can I Have My Deposit Back Please?
With banks and building societies restricting the number of mortgages to buyers there is a risk that people may find themselves unable to complete their purchase if they have not secured a mortgage offer or if the mortgage offer has lapsed between exchange… »

24/04/2008 : Construction Industry In Cartel Allegations
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) alleges that over a hundred construction companies have colluded with each other (known as cartel behaviour) and committed serious breaches of the Competition Act 1998, the consumer protection based legislation. The… »

24/04/2008 : Tesco v The Guardian
It’s title may sound mundane, but Tesco Stores Ltd v Guardian News & Media Ltd and Alan Rusbridger looks set to raise fundamental questions about free speech and protection of reputation. It comes as multinational retailer Tesco is also… »

24/04/2008 : Does A Bald Head Mean You Are Disabled?
I can’t help but notice the fashion for baldness among men of all ages. The shaven head has become de rigueur in the office and boardroom and is no longer associated with either old men or young hooligans. So it’s quite surprising that… »

22/04/2008 : Bold Reporting Of Karen Matthews’ Case Raises Contempt Issues Again
Can Karen Matthews get a fair trial?  On reviewing the recent media coverage, opinions will inevitably differ. But for those interested in media law, the more pertinent questions are: has the coverage breached contempt laws, and if so, does… »

17/04/2008 : So How Much Is Your Intellectual Property Worth?
A business’ intellectual property (IP) is always seen as hugely valuable as IP represents 7% of the national economy, approximately £60 billion. It can certainly give you the competitive edge to stand out in an ever crowded market place.… »

10/04/2008 : Taking Precautions
The news seems to be all doom and gloom at the moment with the ‘credit crunch’ tightening its hold. Many businesses are reporting problems with what were once their most trusted and reliable customers and their aged debtor reports are growing… »

07/04/2008 : Press Turns Screw Against Tougher Data Protection Penalties
A high-profile campaign by the media against new jail terms for unlawfully obtaining personal data has won an important concession. Parliament has been considering a Bill to impose a sentence of up to two years in prison for journalists and… »

03/04/2008 : Building Schools For The Future
Within the next 10-15 years the Government plans for almost every secondary school in England to be rebuilt or renewed. The Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme aims to eliminate buildings with leaky flat roofs, poorly heated classrooms… »

02/04/2008 : Green Is Good – Or Is This Another Flight Of Fancy?
The opening of the new Terminal Five at Heathrow will (once the baggage problems have been sorted out) increase air travel. Any future development increasing the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere is sure to be controversial and conflicts with the Government’s… »

28/03/2008 : Count Your Blessings
Sometimes it is really important to count your blessings in life and to concentrate on what you have, rather than think about what you don’t have. Many of us dream of that lottery win and we spend the millions in our heads, but at the end… »

27/03/2008 : Would You Like An Extra Bank Holiday?
Ex-attorney general Lord Goldsmith is proposing a new public holiday to celebrate ‘Britishness’ as part of a campaign to promote British citizenship. It’s not the first time a new bank holiday has been suggested. Tour company… »

26/03/2008 : In Sickness And In Health
I often wonder if I should have been a doctor instead of a lawyer. It comes as no surprise to me to hear this week that we are now officially one of the sickest countries in Europe. The latest government sponsored report puts the cost of our country’s… »

25/03/2008 : How To Challenge A Contempt Of Court Act Postponement Order
Reporters who can spot and challenge an invalid postponement order under S.4(2) of the Contempt of Court Act 1981 help the media to confront one of the most wide-ranging reporting restrictions on the statute book. Such orders sometimes ban… »

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