SPOTLIGHT

A zero sum game?

The number of SEND tribunal cases is rising and the proportion of appeals ‘lost’ by local authorities is at a record high. Lottie Winson talks to education lawyers to understand the reasons why, and sets out the results of Local Government Lawyer’s exclusive survey.

The LLG Grapevine 28th June

June 28, 2021

This week Deborah Evans, Dennis Hall and Helen McGrath discuss S.W. v United Kingdom: European Court of Human Rights, Dobson v North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, Place and Wellbeing in Local Government, The Commercial edge: Renewing the case for the Local Investment, Schools and Education, Social Care Finance, MHCLG Questions last week, and the Electoral Integrity Bill.

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Providing support for children with complex needs

Dec 12, 2024

Court of Protection judge sets out guidance on mental capacity assessments for deaf individuals

Dec 04, 2024

Report on ‘Right Care, Right Person’ approach shows capacity limitations for health and social care services

Nov 25, 2024

Judge rejects application by local authority for declaration in dispute between council and health board over responsibility for care of 15 year old

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Manual on Protest Injunctions Practice, Procedure and Persons Unknown

This is an online book setting out the law on protest injunctions – i.e. when a civil injunction is sought to restrain certain types of protest activity.

Dementia and Human Rights

With the fresh analytical tools provided in this book, policy makers and practitioners will gain new insights into how this broader perspective can be used to further promote the quality of life and quality of care for all those affected by dementia.

SAS Operation Galia

Bravery behind enemy lines in the Second World War. Including additional original photographs and a roll call of the Galia Squad. Cost: £12.50 inc p&p. Includes £1 donation to Ukraine relief charities.

Local Authority Liability Seventh edition

Written by a team of specialists in local authority liability claims, this well-established and popular work provides a comprehensive survey of the legal liabilities of local authorities.

Making Decisions Judicially - A Guide for Decision-Makers

Are you involved in making decisions in court, a tribunal, or another formal decision-making environment? This book gives guidance in the skills required to reach and deliver well-structured judicial decisions.

Court of Protection Handbook: a user's guide

Court of Protection Handbook: a user’s guide addresses in detail the practice and processes of the Court of Protection – across the whole range of its work – in terms that are aimed not only at lawyers but also to the increasing numbers of people who either by choice or otherwise are involved in proceedings before the Court of Protection without…

Care Standards Legislation Handbook Seventh edition

This seventh edition of the Care Standards Legislation Handbook collects in one place and presents in fully updated form all the legislation most needed by those involved in the workings of the regulatory systems, and the appeals processes, for care services in England and Wales.

A practical guide to factitious illness in care proceedings by Sharan Bhachu

A focused practical guide for advocates dealing with cases that involve FII, providing an understanding of the different definitions and terms.

Court of Protection Made Clear: A User's Guide (revised 1st ed)

The essential, plain English guide to Court of Protection law & practice.

Community Care Law and Local Authority Handbook Third edition

Community Care Law and Local Authority Handbook examines the duties and responsibilities of local authorities in the provision of community care services particularly following the implementation of the Care Act 2014.

Licensing: The New Law Second edition

The Licensing Act 2003 marked a major shift in licensing law and practice by introducing a new and unified system of alcohol and entertainment licensing. All of those involved in implementing, enforcing and advising upon the new regime need to have a detailed knowledge of the Act and subsequent regulations and guidance.

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Employment in Schools: A Legal Guide Second edition

Employment in Schools is the first book available to tackle the distinctive legal and practical issues surrounding employing school staff. Teachers' terms are largely imposed by legislation specific to education and the relevant processes and structure of accountability are unique.