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A lot can happen in a year #YearInReview2024 🎉 ⭐ 50 new starters since January – there’s now more than 230 of us at Capital ⭐ 8 new trainees, with 5 of our existing colleagues starting training contracts ⭐ Moving into our new home in #London – you’ll now find us in Farringdon ⭐ A complete refurbishment of our #Cardiff HQ, providing new creative spaces for our team. Thanks to all our #colleagues and #clients for making #2024 so memorable - here's to #2025!

The Renting Homes (Wales) Act has been in place for over two years. It has brought significant changes, including new terminology, wider repairing obligations, and statutory governance for previously unregulated scenarios like university accommodation. Join us for an insightful #webinar where we will provide an overview of the requirements on landlords and best practical tips for navigating the Act. What will the webinar cover? 🔹 Key changes introduced by the Act: Are there exclusions? What is an occupation contract? Model contracts – can they be tailored? Revised possession procedures. 🔹 Practical guidance: Tailoring contracts to fit specific needs. Protecting yourself against disrepair claims. Providing accommodation while staying compliant. 📅 Tuesday 28th January 🕒️ 9:00-10:00am 🌐 Online Sign up here 👉️ https://shorturl.at/BpKX4 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and practical tips to confidently navigate the Renting Homes (Wales) Act. #rentinghomeswalesact #webinar #propertylitigation #landlords #RHWA Aisling Beevers Clare Good

The Procurement Act 2023 introduces significant updates to frameworks and dynamic markets, aiming to improve transparency, efficiency, and competition in public procurement. Key highlights include: - New open frameworks with periodic refreshes to keep supplier pools competitive. - Enhanced flexibility with dynamic markets to meet evolving needs. - Improved rules on kicking suppliers off frameworks where they are no longer suitable. - Authorities can continue to use existing frameworks and DPS until they expire. Want to know how these changes will impact you, read the full article here👉 https://lnkd.in/g4s888Ry Visit our Procurement Hub for detailed insights and expert guidance 👉 https://lnkd.in/eft-ruAx #ProcurementAct2023 #Frameworks #DynamicMarkets #DynamicPurchasing #PublicProcurement #Transparency

As we approach the end of 2024, Dr Oliver Wannell looks back on the last 12 months in #AI and #Law. Key Highlights: ✨ From a pro-innovation stance to more structured oversight ✨ Landmark court decisions on AI patents ✨ Shifting political landscapes influencing tech policy Major Milestones: 1️⃣ February saw the government introduce five core principles for AI regulation, balancing innovation with responsible development. 2️⃣ The King's Speech in July marked a significant turn, with Labour proposing binding regulations on AI developers. 3️⃣ A groundbreaking Court of Appeal ruling in July challenged AI patent possibilities, bringing the UK more in line with European patent standards. Looking ahead to 2025, we're anticipating: ➡️More detailed consultations on AI regulations ➡️Sector-specific approach to AI governance ➡️Potential shifts in the global AI regulatory landscape The UK’s AI market is predicted to grow to more than 1 trillion USD by 2035, but safely harnessing that potential remains a foremost challenge. 2025 will be an important year for the Government to flesh out its plans for greater regulation. Read more here 👉🏻 https://shorturl.at/MxlcY #AIRegulation #TechPolicy #Innovation #UKTech #ArtificialIntelligence

Under the Health and Safety Regulations 1992 as amended by the Health and Safety Regulations 2002, employers have a legal duty to protect their workers from the risks of unsafe workstations so far as is reasonably practicable. Hazards associated with DSE (Display Screen Equipment) and occupational workspace can be: 1️⃣Incorrect workstation set up 2️⃣Inadequate equipment for the job 3️⃣Poor posture 4️⃣Harmful repetitive movements 5️⃣Extended screen use Our Head of Safety, Health, Environment & Fire, Mark Littlejohns provides a guide to Display Screen Equipment and Workstation Safety. Read more here 👉️ https://shorturl.at/84ozG Chloe Peachey

PFAS (sometimes referred to as "forever chemicals"), have been widely used throughout society since the 1940's in a range of products, including firefighting foams and food packaging. There is growing concern about both widespread environmental contamination and human health risks from exposure to PFAS. In this article, head of environment, climate and sustainability law, Stephen Sykes, outlines the emerging risks for developers and how developers can mitigate these risks. Read more here 👉️ https://shorturl.at/XJa4j #envirodisputes #environment #PFAS Fern Dempsey Phillippa Ellis

Join us as we look at a comprehensive review of key case law and legislative developments in 2024 and a look ahead to the changes that will take place in 2025 including the timetable for implementation of Labour’s proposals for #employment law reform. Richard Thomas and Evie Williams will guide you through the 2024 roundup and give an overview of #Labour's employment law updates. This webinar is perfect for #HR professionals and anyone who manages a team as part of their role. 📅 Tuesday January 21st 🕒 9:00am-10:00am 📍 Online 🌐 Register here https://shorturl.at/eqS2L #breakfastbriefing #onlinewebinar #employmentlaw #employmentroundup

Since 2022, Columbian nationals have been able to enter the UK without applying for a visa in advance. However, the UK Government recently published a statement of changes to the immigration rules, and it was announced that Colombian nationals travelling to the UK will require a visa. Amid Home Office concerns that Columbians are allegedly visiting the UK to work or claim asylum, the situation has been reversed and Columbian nationals must now get advanced permission to enter the UK. Alex Christen and Claudia Richardson from our employment and immigration team report on what will change, and when these changes will come into effect. Read more 👉️ https://shorturl.at/wF9gk #visa #immigrationlaw

We’re hiring! 💡 Join our #Safety & #Health, #Training & #Consultancy team. Our team of expert consultants is dedicated to delivering tailored, comprehensive solutions that align with the Health and Safety at Work Regulations and beyond. We support businesses with a wide range of services, including risk assessments, training programmes, policy development, and ongoing support. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating and overseeing the seamless delivery of all courses and manage existing client relationships, ensuring their needs are met. Read more and apply today 🖊 👉 https://lnkd.in/esqMWGWF For an initial chat, you can speak to our Resourcing team - Warren Cooper, Joanne Jenkins CertRP & Molly Matthews 💬 #recruitment #lawfirm #healthandsafety #trainingCoordinator #clientengagement

Recently, there’s been an increase in Immigration Enforcement since the Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, announced in July 2024 that the government would crack down on employers who are hiring migrants illegally. One prominent change is the increased use of banning directors from office as a punishment for hiring illegal workers. It is clear from recent director disqualifications that breaching Immigration Law is frequently resulting in director bans across the UK. Within this article, Alex Christen and James Hudson from our Business Immigration team report on the recent director bans, the consequences for employing illegal workers and how these enforcements may affect you. Read more here 👉️ https://shorturl.at/E2oDI