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A Victory For Procedural Fairness: Oxford Business College Wins Judicial Review Against Department For Education

As part of the legal team for Oxford Business College (OBC), I have witnessed firsthand a case that strikes at the heart of administrative justice and governmental overreach.

United Kingdom Consumer

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Ronald Fletcher Baker

Supporting Neurodiverse Staff In The Education Sector

With a sharp increase in Employment Tribunal claims related to neurodiversity over recent years, employers in the education sector should take proactive steps to support neurodiverse staff in the workplace.

United Kingdom Employment

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Browne Jacobson

On Alert: Key Signs Of Distress In Independent Schools

The change of government and its move to apply VAT to school fees from January 2025 was an inflection point that was widely anticipated to have a significant impact.

United Kingdom Consumer

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FRP Advisory

If I Work In Higher Education Can My Employer Force Me To Sign An NDA As Part Of Any Settlement?

On 1 August 2025 section 1 of the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023 came into force. This legislation prevents English providers...

United Kingdom Employment

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didlaw

Freedom Of Speech In Higher Education: Navigating Changes To The Current Regime

United Kingdom Consumer

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Planning For The Future: Why Mergers Are On The Rise In The Independent School Sector

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

If A Child Has An EHCP In Place, Do They Also Need A Care Plan? (Video)

United Kingdom Litigation

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Innovative Finance Solutions For Refugees (Podcast)

United Kingdom Finance

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Guernsey Finance

TUPE And Vicarious Liability: What Schools And Academy Trusts Need To Know

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

Martyn's Law: What Academy Trusts Need To Know

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

UK Graduate Visa: Requirements And Reforms (May 2025 Update)

United Kingdom Immigration

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Richmond Chambers Immigration Barristers

What Do Academy Trusts Need To Know About The Updated Guidance On Alternative Provision?

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

CJEU Considers If Parents Are Consumers When Buying Private Educational Services

United Kingdom Consumer

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Lewis Silkin

Facing The Challenge Together - Independent Schools And Universities

United Kingdom Consumer

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Withers LLP

Generative AI Designs New Antibiotics - But Who Owns The Invention?

United Kingdom IP

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Marks & Clerk

Corporate Finance Soundbite: Mergerspresso - Episode 15: Moving On Up… (Podcast)

United Kingdom Finance

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Addleshaw Goddard

The Business Impacts Of The U.K. Motor Finance Ruling (Video)

United Kingdom Transport

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AlixPartners

IHT Instalment Options

United Kingdom Family

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Wrigleys Solicitors

AI In Healthcare: Turning Awareness Into Action With Risk Assessments

United Kingdom Technology

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NAVEX

The Higher Education (Freedom Of Speech) Act 2023: What Does It Mean?

The Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act ("the Act") puts new duties on universities and colleges and to help protect freedom of speech for staff members, students and also visiting speakers on university campuses.

United Kingdom Consumer

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Withers LLP

VAT On Independent Schools: Judicial Review Hearing Concluded

From 1 January 2025, all education and boarding services provided by private schools in England and Wales became subject to VAT at the standard rate of 20%.

United Kingdom Consumer

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Withers LLP

Contractual Considerations For Schools And Academy Trusts

Highlighting some key considerations and common pitfalls to be aware of before entering into contracts on behalf of schools and academy trusts.

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

Employment Tribunal Claims: Risk Reduction For Academy Trusts And Schools

A practical guide for academy trust and school leaders...

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

Primary School National Offer Day – It's Coming

United Kingdom Consumer

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IBB Law

Boosting Income For Academy Trusts: Understanding Trading Subsidiaries And Charity Law

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

Education Law Case Study: Successful Academic Appeal Enabling Student To Submit Dissertation And Obtain Her Masters

United Kingdom Consumer

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IBB Law

Court Of Appeal To Hear Case Involving School Permanent Exclusion And Child Criminal Exploitation

United Kingdom Litigation

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Bindmans LLP

The Impact Of Adding VAT To Independent School Fees

United Kingdom Tax

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IBB Law

Secondary School National Offer Day: The Appeal Process

United Kingdom Litigation

IB

IBB Law

Six Key Ingredients To An Effective Cancer Prevention Strategy For Your Workforce

United Kingdom Consumer

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WTW

Wrigleys Hosts Michael Pain From Forum Strategy: Looking At The Changing Policy Landscape For Academy Trusts

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

School Safety: Key Lessons From A Recent HSE Prosecution

United Kingdom Consumer

WS

Wrigleys Solicitors

Children's Mental Health Week 2025

United Kingdom Healthcare

IB

IBB Law

Six Key Ingredients To An Effective Cancer Prevention Strategy For Your Workforce

Explore options for employers developing an effective cancer prevention strategy, including education, screenings and lifestyle changes.

United Kingdom Consumer

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WTW

Wrigleys Hosts Michael Pain From Forum Strategy: Looking At The Changing Policy Landscape For Academy Trusts

Recently, we had the privilege of welcoming Michael Pain, the founder of Forum Strategy, to discuss the changing landscape for academy trusts. Forum Strategy has carried out its annual survey of chief executive officers.

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

School Safety: Key Lessons From A Recent HSE Prosecution

We look here at the key lessons for schools and academy trusts in health and safety law and practice.

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

Children's Mental Health Week 2025

This week marks the 10th annual Children's Mental Health Week, launched by Place2Be, with this year's theme being "Know Yourself, Grow Yourself."

United Kingdom Healthcare

IB

IBB Law

Developments In Free Speech Law: What University Students Need To Know

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

Higher Education And 403(b) Plan Litigation

Over the past decade, universities have faced numerous lawsuits over DC plan fees, prompting improved fiduciary practices. Challenges remain, such as multiple recordkeepers and annuities, requiring ongoing review of investment options and fee structures to ensure optimal outcomes.

United Kingdom Consumer

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WTW

Education Law Case Study: Options Available To Respond To Bullying Of Child At Independent School

IBB's Education Team advised parents of a bullied Year 5 student on legal and non-legal options to address school failings, balancing procedural challenges with emotional considerations, enabling informed decisions after transitioning the child to a new school.

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

Challenging Local Authority's Failure To Plan For EHCP Transfer From Primary To Secondary School

This case highlights successful advocacy for a child with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP). The legal team secured timely amendments and placement at the parents' preferred school after challenging the Local Authority's delays, ensuring a smooth school transition.

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

How To Appeal A Managed Move Termination

The article outlines managed moves as an opportunity for students to transfer schools voluntarily but highlights potential risks, including termination by the new school. It explains appeal processes, rights, and the importance of legal support.

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

Education Law Case Study: Pre-Emptive Advice To Parents To Appeal Against Secondary School Decision

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

Education Law Case Study: Mediating With University To Resolve Disability Discrimination Against Student

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

Successful Appeal Against A-level Results

United Kingdom Consumer

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IBB Law

How To Appeal Your A-Level Results

United Kingdom Consumer

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IBB Law

University Plagiarism In The Age Of AI

United Kingdom Technology

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IBB Law

Anti-Bullying Week 2024: Choose Respect

United Kingdom Consumer

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IBB Law

Work Experience And Employing Children - What Employers And Schools Need To Know

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

Persuading Local Authority To Amend Education Health Care Plan Without Going To Special Educational Needs And Disability Tribunal

United Kingdom Healthcare

IB

IBB Law

Independent Schools And Legacy Disputes

United Kingdom Consumer

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Withers LLP

Schools - Supporting Children Through Family Separation

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

Love In A Cold Climate – International Expansion And The Impact Of Foreign Government

United Kingdom Government

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Withers LLP

What Does The Budget Mean For Schools And Academy Trusts?

United Kingdom Consumer

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Wrigleys Solicitors

VAT On School Fees – How Will This Affect My Divorce?

United Kingdom Family

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Herrington Carmichael

Failure Of Special School To Prevent Autistic Boy From Absconding

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

What Is Off Rolling In Schools And Is It Illegal?

United Kingdom Consumer

IB

IBB Law

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If A Child Has An EHCP In Place, Do They Also Need A Care Plan? (Video)

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

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Mills & Reeve

Defending Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct At University – Solicitor Kate Chanter Discusses (Video)

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BCL Solicitors LLP

"DC Excellence": Financial Education In The Workplace – An Employers Approach For Achieving Successful Member Outcomes (Video)

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Gowling WLG

One Million Futures (Video)

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Deloitte

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