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Our education blog brings together public, private and charity law and commentary for the education and research sector.
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14 Jan 2025
3 mins
We summarise some recent announcements on planning reform.
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06 Jan 2025
3 mins
We review the implications for education institutions of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill (“Martyn’s law”).
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19 Dec 2024
4 mins
The court outlines why representative actions for misuse of private information are very difficult to bring.
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18 Dec 2024
5 mins
We outline how universities can manage the data governance risks relating to harassment and sexual misconduct complaints.
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17 Dec 2024
1 min
We’re delighted to share the new report “Connect more: creating the conditions for a more resilient and sustainable higher education system in England” that we’ve prepared in collaboration with Wonkhe. The report explores the conditions for structural change in higher education.
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10 Dec 2024
2 mins
We consider information provision to university governing bodies in light of sector guidance relating to harassment and sexual misconduct.
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06 Dec 2024
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The UK government's Remediation Acceleration Plan aims to address the safety of buildings with unsafe cladding. This plan is particularly relevant to student accommodation, with obligations applying to buildings over 11 metres (and not just over 18 metres).
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28 Nov 2024
2 mins
An update from the panel discussion we chaired at the Association of the University Directors of Estates.
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26 Nov 2024
3 mins
Biometric data systems and facial recognition technology are increasingly being marketed to higher education institutions. But this engages a number of legal issues and institutions should exercise caution.
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20 Nov 2024
1 min
Following our briefing last year, the Government has announced that the offence will come into force on 1 September 2025 and has also published guidance for organisations.
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20 Nov 2024
4 mins
Universities will be reviewing their preparations ahead of the additional regulatory requirements that will apply from 1 August 2025.
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15 Nov 2024
1 min
Britain has some of the world’s oldest building stock, which in many places defines our heritage and history. This is evident across our university campuses.
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14 Nov 2024
4 mins
Christian Bull summarises some key themes from the AUDE/Arup Legacy Buildings Guide - essential reading for university estates teams.
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12 Nov 2024
1 min
Higher education providers should consider their student contracts and consumer law obligations in connection with any potential tuition fee increases.
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24 Oct 2024
3 mins
The Government recently announced the expected implementation timetable for the consumer law aspects of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024. When implemented, the Act will bring in many changes.
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23 Oct 2024
3 mins
When dealing with mishaps relating to the handling of personal data, there are a myriad of considerations for controllers, and often the question of whether data breaches are notifiable to either or both of the Information Commissioner’s Office and data subjects is (rightly) a priority matter.
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14 Oct 2024
2 mins
The Renters’ Rights Bill (which succeeds the Renters (Reform) Bill issued by the previous government) was introduced to the House of Commons on 11 September 2024 and so begins its passage through Parliament.
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10 Oct 2024
4 mins
As universities strive to create more sustainable campuses, the adoption of eco-friendly building practices has become increasingly important. These practices not only reduce environmental impact but also promote a healthier and more productive learning environment for students and staff.
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