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Succession planning and emergency exits – advice for GP partners
Jessie Somerville and Danielle Elmy-Liddiard from healthcare specialist law firm Hempsons provide a guide for GP practices on effectively planning for succession and emergency exit strategies.
Alom v Financial Conduct Authority [2025]: Practical Implications for Healthcare Employers
In Alom v Financial Conduct Authority, the Employment Appeal Tribunal has provided important clarification on procedural fairness in the context of misconduct dismissals.
The new procurement landscape
Learn how the procurement landscape is changing with new laws, including the Procurement Act 2023 and the PSR regulations.
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.
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.
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.
Neurodivergence in the workplace: employment law considerations
Neurodiversity refers to the different ways the brain can work and process information. Some of the well-known types of neurodivergence include ADHD, Autism, Tourette’s Syndrome, Dyspraxia and Dyslexia. It is estimated that 15-20% of the global population are neurodivergent, and diagnosis in adults continues to increase due to increased awareness.
Insights from the 10-Year Health Plan: what lies ahead for Foundation Trusts?
In the second of our article series analysing the implications of the NHS 10-Year Plan for healthcare providers, we turn our focus onto the future of Foundation Trusts. We consider some key aspects of the Plan such as the potential opportunities for Foundation Trusts, the types of autonomy they will have and the changed to financing.
Insights from the 10-Year Health Plan: the role of Integrated Care Boards in the NHS
The NHS Fit for the Future 10-Year Health Plan (the Plan) was published on 3 July 2025. This article follows on from our earlier article, "The Model Integrated Care Board Blueprint – Key Insights” and our recent series looking at the impact of the Plan on general practice.
Webinar: The NHS 10 Year Plan – What it means for GP Federations
Join Hempsons' primary care team as they explore the implications of the NHS 10-Year Plan for GP Federations in this insightful webinar.