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Should your GP federation be a community interest company?
In response to increasing interest and enquiries about Community Interest Companies (CICs), corporate solicitor Sophie Birkbeck of healthcare law firm Hempsons outlines their structure and explores their growing relevance for GP Federations.
Make your space work for you!
New GMS premises costs directions signalled long-awaited changes to the funding system for surgery premises in England. Specialist primary care lawyer Danielle Elmy-Liddiard considers key alterations affecting GP practices.
The Hillsborough Law Bill
Learn how The Hillsborough Law Bill addresses accountability in state failures and seeks to protect the rights of affected families.
Case study: AB v Grafters Group [2025]
In AB v Grafters Group, the Employment Appeal Tribunal recently considered what ‘in the course of employment’ means in the Equality Act 2010.
Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and the NHS 10-Year Plan
Find out about the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and the challenges of its implementation within healthcare systems.
Are you ready to publish payments compliance notices under the Procurement Act 2023?
When are notices which were not in force at implementation of the Act, including payments compliance notices, are expected to go live?
Podcast: Complex hospital discharges
In this episode, healthcare advisory partner Sophie Bowes provides a concise yet comprehensive guide to managing complex hospital discharges. She explores the discharge to assess model, the importance of robust internal discharge policies, escalation procedures for delayed discharges, and recent legal cases that shape best practice. Learn how to ensure safe, timely patient discharges, avoid common pitfalls, and protect your organisation from legal challenges.
The NHS 10 Year Plan: ‘Clustering’ of ICBs – what could this look like?
In the wake of the recent NHS England announcement that ICBs are ‘clustering’, and without a definitive ‘template’, many ICBs are thinking about their options and what form ‘clustering’ might take – or should take – for them.
Employment Appeal Tribunal case study: Stedman -v- Haven Leisure Ltd 2025
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (the “EAT”) has recently considered an appeal regarding disability status under section 6 of the Equality Act 2010 (“the Act”). This case serves as an important reminder of the principles the Employment Tribunal (“ET”) must consider when assessing disability under the Act.
Act fast if you receive a remedial or breach notice
Growing pressures on GP practices are leading to an increase in concerns raised by patients, the CQC and whistleblowers. When these are investigated, commissioners have the authority to act against the contractor, including issuing remedial and breach notices.
Continuing Healthcare and the NHS 10 year plan
How will the NHS 10 Year Plan impact Continuing Healthcare (CHC)? Explore the potential effects on funding, eligibility & care coordination.
Double boost for Hempsons London healthcare team
We are delighted to announce that healthcare specialist Anita Rao has joined the advisory team in our London office.
Why getting pay, benefits and financial entitlements right supports staff wellbeing and minimises legal risk
When we talk about health and wellbeing in the workforce, discussions often focuses on mental health initiatives, flexible working arrangements, or managing the pressures inherent in demanding roles.
Insights from the 10-Year Health Plan: the role of NHS providers in the NHS
The NHS Fit for the Future 10-Year Health Plan (the Plan) was published on 3 July 2025. The Plan outlines three main objectives for the future of healthcare: moving care from hospitals to community settings, transitioning services from analogue to digital, and shifting the emphasis from sickness to prevention.