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CITYAM.COM TUESDAY 20 OCTOBER 2026 | SPORT | 19 EU keeps failing to protect football consumers F OOTBALL tickets have become expensive. Paris Saint-Germain top the European ranking: in 2024-25, the average price for a seat was €139. Barcelona, Real Madrid and four English clubs followed, while Bayern Munich was eighth at €79. Signs suggest ticket prices have risen further this year and the EU shares part of the blame.
Secondary trauma and pro bono
Vulnerable or at-risk pro bono clients Certain types of pro bono work will involve working with vulnerable or at-risk pro bono clients. A client may be considered at risk or vulnerable for many reasons including: age mental illness physical disabilities learning difficulties experience of trauma or violence language ability Lawyers should be aware that working with vulnerable clients can create challenges.
Government agrees to review policy on upper limit of DFGs following High Court legal challenge
The UK Government has agreed to review the current £30,000 limit of the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), which funds vital home adaptations, following a legal challenge by a family left unable to meet their child’s needs. The case was brought on behalf of a six-year-old disabled child, from Tower Hamlets, London. The family live in a one-bedroom property and require an extension to provide an extra bedroom and additional space for equipment related to the child’s disability.
Government to review its policy on the upper limit of DFG-funded home adaptations
The UK government has agreed to review the limit paid to help fund specialist adaptations to disabled people’s homes following a legal challenge by a family left unable to meet their child’s needs. The case was brought on behalf of a six-year-old disabled child, from Tower Hamlets, London. The family live in a one-bedroom property and require an extension to provide an extra bedroom and additional space for equipment related to the child’s disability.
Irwin Mitchell Appoints Two New Senior Heads of Property
Guy Sackett to lead Irwin Mitchell’s National Real Estate Team and Garrath Reayer to lead Residential Property National law firm Irwin Mitchell has appointed partner Guy Sackett as its new Head of Real Estate. Guy is replacing Adrian Barlow, who is retiring from the partnership. In addition, Garrath Reayer has been appointed new Head of Residential Property, following the retirement of Jeremy Raj earlier this year.
Impact of pro bono: supporting local charities
Daisy’s Dream – Shoosmiths LLP Shoosmiths partnered with Daisy’s Dream, a charity based in Berkshire which provides bereavement support. Shoosmiths provides financial donations, provision of pro bono legal advice and in-kind advice to support the work of the charity. The real estate team acted on behalf of the charity in taking a 10-year lease of a new office space, which will serve as the new headquarters and a welcoming space for counselling and support services.
Is flexible working the key to boosting performance and teacher well-being? | FE News
The following article by Joanne Moseley at Irwin Mitchell discusses the benefits of implementing flexible working in schools, FE Colleges and Independent Training Providers, including improved staff retention, well-being, and productivity, based on government guidance and research findings. The government certainly thinks so.
Supply chain disruption as a result of war and conflict – Is your business protected? | Retail Bulletin
COMMENTARY By Katherine East, Irwin Mitchell Four years ago, global supply chains and their potential fragility were thrust into mainstream media as Covid-19 changed the world as we knew it. Less than two years later, supply chains were rocked once again when Russia invaded Ukraine.
What is the best age to get married?
The experts at leading law firm Irwin Mitchell reveal the best age to get married according to the statistics, and the time of year when divorce is most common Believe it or not, there is actually a "perfect age" to tie the knot and it will give you a greater chance of your marriage going the distance. At least, that’s what the numbers say. Using the data collected at Irwin Mitchell, we found some eye-opening stats around divorce and the time of year when commitments typically break down.
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill: The road ahead, and what it means right now
As promised in November’s Kings Speech, the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill (“the Bill”) has now been laid before Parliament. Amongst other things, the Government has stated the aim of the Bill is to make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders to extend their leases and buy their freehold. Many clients are asking what this bill means for them.
How should colleges investigate allegations of sexual assault against its staff? | FE News
This is one of the most challenging issues for schools and colleges. Some lessons can be learned from the case of Hawker v Devonport High School for Girls. A former teacher at a girls’ grammar school was suspended due to safeguarding concerns that emerged in 2021. The school’s safeguarding lead conducted interviews with students who raised concerns about the behaviour of the teacher (Mr Hawker). These interviews included discussions about incidents involving physical contact.
Leasehold Reform and Renters’ Rights Are at the Heart of the King’s Speech
Leasehold Reform and Renters’ Rights Are at the Heart of the King’s Speech Today – Comments from Irwin Mitchell The legislative agenda, the first to be delivered by King Charles III will mark the final session of parliament before the next general election. Please see comments from our Legal Property Experts at Irwin Mitchell.
Fixing the Building Safety Act Lease Extension Issue But at What Cost?
The Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill (“the Bill”) is making its way through the final stages of the legislative process, with the Lords’ amendments due to be considered on 17 October, before it proceeds to Royal Assent. This Bill presents an opportunity to fix the “lease extension problem” that has arisen out of the Building Safety Act. Clause 251 of the Bill is a noble effort to improve matters for leaseholders.
Mother of man with severe learning difficulties ‘overjoyed’ after treatment win
The mother of a 29-year-old man with severe learning disabilities and “end-stage” kidney disease is “absolutely overjoyed” after winning a “life-sustaining” treatment fight in a specialist court. Doctors told a judge that autistic Jordan Tooke would need to be sedated in order to be given dialysis three times a week – and argued such moves were not in his best interests.
Supreme Court demolishes technical legal arguments which employers have relied on to limit holiday pay liabilities | FE News
The Supreme Court has ruled in a case that has huge implications for how holiday pay is calculated. Here Jo Moseley at law firm Irwin Mitchell explains why the education sector is particularly exposed. The Supreme Court in Chief Constable of the Police Service of NI and others v Agnew has ruled that employers can’t defeat holiday pay claims brought as a series of deductions even if two underpayments are separated by a gap of more than three months or if a lawful payment is made between them.
Spanish police reopen investigation into death of British mother in Tenerife
Ms Exton, 50, suffered fatal head injuries and died in hospital four days later, while her 76-year-old mother sustained serious rib and back injuries. The investigation was “stayed” after three weeks by a judge, meaning police effectively could not investigate further, but authorities have now been given permission to reopen the case following an appeal lodged in March.
Law Society survey: HMCTS portal
The Law Society recognises the difficulties the profession face in dealing with increasing delays across the court system. It is seeking to work with the National Audit office to improve the working practices of the court system and ensure the court modernisation programme reflects the needs of solicitors and their clients.
Law Society surveys solicitors on will reform
Private Client Solicitors are being asked by The Law Society for their opinions on the The Law Commission wills reform project via a short survey. Questions include topics such as rules on marriage revoking a will and the use of digital technology to make wills. Unique emails are being sent to those participating in the survey.
Term-time worker entitled to National Minimum Wage for 52 weeks | FE News
In this article, Glenn Hayes looks at the issue of paying staff on term-time only contracts through the lens of the Lloyd v Elmhurst School Ltd case. He discusses the background, implications and offers some top tips for schools and colleges. Schools and colleges employ staff on term-time only contracts to reduce their payroll costs.
Cuts to individual care packages: Legal experts set out what's a lawful and what's an unlawful assessment
Following Government’s announcement of further public spending cuts, anybody receiving social care or working in the care sector may be concerned about what this means for them. Josephine Davies-Warner and Oliver Studdert, public law and human rights lawyers at Irwin Mitchell, identify the issues and seek to resolve them.
"Every Day’s A School Day In Data Protection" – GDPR for the Education Sector: What to expect in 2023 | FE News
Joanne Bone, partner and GDPR specialist at Irwin Mitchell, recently delivered a webinar for the education sector on the key changes relating to data protection. In the following article Joanne examines recent guidance issued by the Department of education, new rules in relation to policing compliance and what’s in store for GDPR generally in the future.
What are the employment law implications of the ONS reclassification of colleges?
On 29 November 2022, the Office for National Statistics announced that it had reclassified further education and sixth form college corporations, and their subsidiaries, into the public sector. They are now part of central government. Colleges continue to be self-governing charities but are now subject to the Managing Public Money (“MPM”) framework.
Proposed new teacher misconduct rules fill existing loopholes and extend to the FE sector
The current rules which regulate teacher misconduct haven’t been substantively amended since 2012. That’s set to change. The Schools Bill 2022 is progressing through the House of Lords and will move to the Commons to be debated soon. Once enacted, it will allow the government to make a number of changes, including strengthening the rules around teacher misconduct for schools and applying the same standards to FE colleges and other education providers.
Colleges must prepare for new protection rules for pregnant staff – FE News
Pregnant women and new parents will receive greater protection from being made redundant under new proposed legislation. The Protection from Redundancy (Pregnancy and Family Leave) Bill started life as a Private Members’ Bill but is being backed by the government and, therefore, is likely to become law. Helen Dyke, an employment law specialist at Irwin Mitchell, explains what colleges need to be aware of. Background This legislation has been a long time coming.
80% work for 100% pay: what you need to know about the four-day working week – FE News
Three-quarters of UK recruiters say a four-day week will be the norm by 2030, according to research commissioned by NatWest on the future of work. 70% of the SME employers surveyed agreed that reducing the amount of time people were at work, without reducing their pay, was a good idea and recruiters predict that this is how the market is moving. The idea of working fewer hours for the same pay isn’t entirely new.
four day work week
Three-quarters of UK recruiters say a four-day week will be the norm by 2030, according to research commissioned by NatWest on the future of work. 70% of…
Association of Colleges reappoints Irwin Mitchell – FE News
The Association of Colleges (AoC) has re-appointed Irwin Mitchell to be its provider of employment law advice to its members. Established in 1996, the AoC is the national voice for further education, sixth form, tertiary and specialist colleges in England. It is a not-for-profit organisation and its members make up more than 90% of the further education sector. Irwin Mitchell was originally appointed by the AoC in 2017 and since then has been providing employment law advice services.
Holiday Entitlement and Pay of Term-Time and other Part-Year Workers: Top 10 Questions Answered – FE News
The Supreme Court has handed down it’s judgment in the long-running case of Harpur Trust v Brazel. It decided that any worker who has a continuing contract throughout the year, but only works for certain periods during that year (such as term-time workers), must receive 5.6 weeks statutory holiday. Our FAQs explain which workers are affected by the decision, how to calculate holiday entitlement for staff who don’t work regular hours and when you can still pro-rate. 1.
Harpur v Brazel: every worker must receive 5.6 weeks leave at full pay even if they work for part of the year – FE News
Yesterday (20 July 2022), the Supreme Court handed down it’s judgment in the long-running case of Harpur Trust v Brazel. It decided that any worker who has a continuing contract throughout the year, but only works for certain periods during that year (such as term-time workers), must receive 5.6 weeks statutory holiday.
The Supreme Court: Part time teachers entitled to full-time holiday pay
The Supreme Court Delivers Harpur Trust v Brazel Term-Time Holiday Pay Ruling – Lawyers Say Decision Will Place Significant Financial Burden On Thousands Of Organisations The Supreme Court has today ruled that a music teacher who only worked for part of the year is entitled to the same paid holiday as colleagues working all year. What is the potential impact of the Harpur Trust v Brazel Term Time Holiday Pay Ruling?
Harpur Trust V Brazel
Unison supported legal victory secures new holiday rights for all workers in the Harpur Trust V Brazel case. All workers in the UK will now receive the same minimum level of paid annual holiday leave, regardless of how many hours they work, following a landmark legal judgment by the Supreme Court today (Wednesday 20th July 2022). The case, Harpur Trust v Brazel & UNISON, was taken by music teacher Lesley Brazel.
Government set to introduce new legislation to allow temporary agency staff to cover striking workers – FE News
Teaching unions have warned that their members, who are struggling with unsustainable workloads and the mounting cost of living crisis, are poised to join strike action in disputes over pay. Unions have said that they’ll ballot their members for industrial action if the government does not response to concerns over high workloads and their pay demands aren’t met. What is the government proposing to do?
Cryptocurrency and getting divorced in England: what you need to know
Ownership of crypto assets, in particular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, has rocketed in the past few years. It is therefore unsurprising that such assets are increasingly part of financial settlements when relationships have broken down. What is cryptocurrency? Briefly, cryptocurrency is a digital currency. Cryptocurrencies are mainly decentralised, meaning that they are not issued or controlled by a central authority such as a bank.
Survey Reveals Recruiting and Retaining good staff voted more of a threat to Business than Brexit or the Pandemic
Written by Sybille Steiner, Employment Partner, Irwin Mitchell Almost half (43%) of all businesses (and 62% of large businesses) say that recruiting and retaining good staff is one of the biggest threats their organisation faces now as we emerge from the pandemic. This was one of the key findings from a new YouGov survey commissioned by Irwin Mitchell of over 500 business decision makers.
What can retailers do about negative online reviews?
As more consumers head online to shop, Jasmine Fearnley, a solicitor in law firm Irwin Mitchell’s reputation management team, gives top tips for how retailers can handle negative online reviews in a digital age. Since the start of the pandemic, the retail sector has been – and still is – having to cope with huge changes.
Reasonable adjustments: do you have to maintain the pay rate of an employee who has moved to a lower paid job because of their disability?
Further Education News The FE News Channel gives you the latest education news and updates on emerging education strategies and the #FutureofEducation and the #FutureofWork. Providing trustworthy and positive Further Education news and views since 2003, we are a digital news channel with a mixture of written word articles, podcasts and videos.
New rules on face masks - another health and safety landmine for schools and colleges to navigate
Further Education News The FE News Channel gives you the latest education news and updates on emerging education strategies and the #FutureofEducation and the #FutureofWork. Providing trustworthy and positive Further Education news and views since 2003, we are a digital news channel with a mixture of written word articles, podcasts and videos.
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Why we must understand and uphold disabled people's legal rights to community living - Community Care
Photo by: nito By Yogi Amin, Irwin Mitchell At a time when many councils are planning to make further cuts to social care budgets it is even more important to understand our legal rights to social care. These legal rights are not just for support in the home or in residential care but to support access to the community. Government policy is clear.
Long Covid - the implications for FE employers
Further Education News The FE News Channel gives you the latest education news and updates on emerging education strategies and the #FutureofEducation and the #FutureofWork. Providing trustworthy and positive Further Education news and views since 2003, we are a digital news channel with a mixture of written word articles, podcasts and videos.
Biglaw Firm Organizes Twerking Class In The Name Of Gender Diversity
Many Biglaw firms like to give their employees opportunities to bond and make connections over something besides their work. After all, it’s these small, human interactions that can really make the daily slog of law firm life bearable. But when organizing such programming, law firms time and time again find themselves falling into sexist and racist stereotyping. Can you guess which Biglaw firm’s gender diversity committee organized a twerking class?
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Wheelchair globetrotters discuss the difficulties facing disabled people using public transport
Two globetrotting wheelchair users have spoken out about the shortcomings they regularly face while travelling and have called on industries including rail and aviation to do more to remove the obstacles stifling their thirst for adventure. Anne Luttman-Johnson and Chris Wood offered a candid insight into the difficulties they face on a day-to-day basis in a revealing new podcast – ‘Let’s talk about it’ – hosted by law firm Irwin Mitchell.
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Biglaw Partner Suspended For Watching Porn At Work
It’s not every day that a Biglaw partner gets suspended for watching porn in his office, but today is apparently that day. It seems that Hogan Lovells has disciplined an unnamed partner in its London office after he was caught watching an adult video while he was on the clock — and it wasn’t the firm’s IT department that made the illicit discovery.
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