Welcome to our Public Matters Newsletter.
This month we have:
Ros Foster and Matthew Alderton summarise recent cases, which give considerable comfort to data controllers seeking to defend themselves against claims that relate to breaches arising as a result of a failure rather than a direct act and/or are based on assertions of damage or distress that are exaggerated, unsubstantiated or bear little relation to the breach itself.
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Ruairi O'Grady sets out the legal position on the incorporation of both standard and onerous T&Cs into a contract before exploring HHJ Davies’ conclusion that the claimant’s onerous T&Cs had not been successfully incorporated.
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It is critical that contracting authorities are aware of this biennial review and the amended threshold figures.
Peter Ware takes us through the changes.
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Anja Beriro looks at the three key pinch points that need to be properly managed: the selection qualification stage, award criteria evaluation and contract finalisation.
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Traditionally Environmental Protection Act (EPA) claims in respect of statutory nuisance were made by local authorities against occupiers, however claimant solicitors are increasingly pursuing this avenue on behalf of tenants by suggesting that the condition of their home constitutes a statutory nuisance.
Victoria Curran outlines what to do if you receive an EPA notice.
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It is an unfortunate reality that many local authorities face historical abuse claims, and often held vicariously liable for abuse by their former employees.
Ryan Wise sets out an overview of recoveries law and insight into successes we have had in recouping money for local authorities.
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Louise Fisher explains why the judgment in YXA v Wolverhampton City Council [2021] is significant for several reasons.
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