Tag: law
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill becomes law
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill has received Royal Assent and is now law, marking a major change to the UK’s planning framework. For self-builders, the changes could make it easier to get permission, access land, and incorporate sustainable features into their projects. By reducing bureaucracy and legal hurdles, the law aims to make the process…
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‘Treat ICE like a vampire’ — and 5 more tips for dealing with law enforcement at work
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. DENVER — Every employer should have a law enforcement response plan, experts said Friday at the American Bar Association’s annual labor and employment law conference. This is generally a best practice, said John Mazzeo, former assistant chief…
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Inside Temple Injury Law: Protecting Accident Victims’ Rights
When someone is injured in an accident, life can feel like it has been turned upside down. Medical bills start to build up, work becomes harder or even impossible, and the stress of dealing with insurance companies only adds to the burden. During moments like these, having a dependable legal team becomes more than just…
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Awaab’s Law: ‘act now’ to meet new requirements
From 27 October 2025, social landlords are legally obliged to investigate and remedy issues reported by their tenants within fixed time limits. Awaab’s Law focuses on damp, mould and other emergency hazards. Image: Atom Social landlords and contractors “must act now” to ensure their systems, training and resources meet the new legal duties introduced by…
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CPD: Awaab’s Law and damp management
This CPD explains the new requirements introduced by Awaab’s Law and how construction professionals can effectively address moisture problems. By Daniel Docking. Image: Dreamstime What you will learn in this CPD The categories of mould hazards The legislation and standards relating to mould and damp Practical guidance for construction professionals The initial phase of Awaab’s…
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Trade bodies warn about unqualified contractors ahead of Awaab’s Law
“We are still seeing specifications being value engineered to the max and many construction trades being squeezed on price,” said Nathan Wood, BESA’s London and South East regional chair. “The result is that non-competent multi-trade outfits are undercutting professional ventilation installers and thermal insulation contractors. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Did you know breaking this tree law could cost you £5,000?
When it comes to pruning or cutting down trees in your garden, most homeowners are aware of the need to respect Tree Preservation Orders. But do you know the other law that could lead to fines or even prosecution if you break it? It’s particularly relevant during the Autumn months when the creatures it’s designed…
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6 labor and employment issues that are in flux, according to law firm Littler
The beginning of President Donald Trump’s second presidency has already included “dramatic changes” in labor and employment policy and law — and more are expected, Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute said in its 2025 Labor Day Report, released last week. “In less than nine months, the new administration has transformed more than six decades of labor…
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‘Build More NY’ Coalition Pushes to Reform Scaffold Law
Nearly 50 business and civic organizations today announced the formation of the Build More New York coalition to support jobs, construction and development across the state by reforming the outdated Scaffold Law. Build More New York is rallying around Rep. Nick Langworthy’s Infrastructure Expansion Act, which will preempt the Scaffold Law for federally funded projects…
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New law will require high-rise cladding remediation by 2029
The government is bringing forward a new Remediation Bill requiring landlords of buildings 18m or more in height with unsafe cladding to complete remediation by the end of 2029. The law will also set a 2031 cladding remediation deadline for owners of buildings 11-18m in height. Under the new legislation, those failing to comply without…