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The Government issues the first Procurement Policy Note of 2020 on the impact of COVID-19 on procurement
The Government has today issued the first Procurement Policy Note of 2020 on the impact of COVID-19 on procurement.
Covid-19 employment law implications for your practice
We can help you with legal issues impacting your practice as a result of Covid-19 or the practice generally. Click here for details.
So, what now for PCNs?
At the special conference of LMCs on 11th March an overwhelming majority (3 to 2) voted in favour of resolutions. Could this be the end of PCNs?
Coronavirus update for our clients – updated 13 March 2020
As news of the coronavirus continues to dominate headlines, at Hempsons we are taking all necessary steps to ensure that we continue to provide the high level of service you have come to expect from us.
Don’t Neglect Your Partnership
With the focus on primary care networks and integrated care systems in recent months, attention might have shifted from housekeeping around medical partnerships.
Looking forward to the new Procure 2020 construction framework and the new Hilary Mantel novel
The Hempsons team speculate what the Procure 2020 framework might offer to an NHS estates sector eager for solutions.
What contract to use when taking on staff
Are you considering taking on staff, but unsure about the basis on which to engage them? Should you opt for a free-lancer, or offer an employment contract? This article addresses the most common questions about employment status, with particular focus on the risks and benefits of self-employment.
Statutory Books – Keep them up to date or be fined!
Sana Sadiq, Solicitor in the corporate healthcare team at law firm Hempsons, considers the importance of maintaining company statutory registers.
FAQs for Contracting Authorities and Bidders
A comprehensive list of frequently asked questions for Contracting Authorities and Bidders.
Sanderson v Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust – the role of NICE Guidelines in clinical negligence cases
This case highlights that the NICE Guidelines are not intended to provide a practitioner with the complete description of the appropriate management and must be interpreted in conjunction with clinical judgment in light of the whole clinical picture.
Newsflash: Unlocking funding for GP premises
GP practices may be missing out on millions of pounds in premises funding available through the planning system. Read more here..
GP contract agreement puts pressure on PCNs to succeed
The BMA and NHS England have released an update of the GP Contract for 2020/21 – 2023/24. Read more here.
Hempsons and Eastwoods: our 2020 vision
2020 will be a particularly exciting year for everyone at Hempsons and Eastwoods, as the two firms merge to create a powerful new force in regulatory, disciplinary and healthcare law.
Protection for whistleblowing
What has whistleblowing got to do with doctors working in private practice? Isn’t that an issue relating to doctors in employment only? The recent employment tribunal case of Shoukrey v BMI Healthcare Limited shows this is not the case, warns Paul Spencer.