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July 24, 2025
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Samaritans Awareness Day 2025

Today is Samaritans Awareness Day which serves as a poignant reminder that the Samaritans’ services are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week all year round. Trained volunteers are on hand to listen in confidence without any judgement or personal prejudice.

Sam McFadyen
Clinical Negligence
July 24, 2025
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Operation Sherwood: Arrests Made in Oldham Child Sexual Exploitation Investigation

Three men have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into non-recent child sexual exploitation in Oldham.

Sally Smith
Child Abuse, Child Abuse - Grooming Gangs
July 23, 2025
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When safety measures fail: A cautionary tale from the factory floor

John McQuater, personal injury expert, discusses the critical importance of enforcing safety standards in industrial settings.

John McQuater
Personal Injury
July 23, 2025
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Common title issues in new build plot sales and how to overcome them

When purchasing a new build property buyers expect a smooth transaction. However, title issues can sometimes cause significant delays and complications. In this blog, we’ll explore the common title issues that arise in new build plot sales and the proactive solutions that can be put in place to avoid or resolve them.

Emma Millington
Residential Development
July 21, 2025
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Drafting and enforcing covenants and restrictions on new build developments

When developing a new residential estate, the long-term harmony of the development often hinges on well-drafted and enforceable covenants. Here, we look at the key things to consider when drafting covenants and restrictions which stand the test of time.

Ellie Johnson
Residential Development
July 18, 2025
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Representing children in family court: parental alienation and contact arrangements

In this blog, we’ll explore a childcare case shared by Ruth, who represented children in family court. This case reflects the importance of appropriate support and keeping children's best interests at heart.

Ruth Coneron
Child Care
July 18, 2025
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Rape gangs: What changes do survivors want?

On 17 July David Greenwood and Amy Clowrey attended a screening at the House of Lords, hosted by Baroness Hazarika and included a raw and uncomfortable conversation about child sexual exploitation. Lots of issues were discussed and this article is written to try and summarise some of the key points from the conversation.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse, Child Abuse - Grooming Gangs
July 17, 2025
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When warnings go unheeded: The case of Mr Marc Lamah and patient safety in the NHS

The BBC published a troubling article highlighting the case of Mr Marc Lamah - a surgeon banned from working in the private healthcare sector due to serious patient safety concerns, yet still operating within the NHS.

Chris Gresswell-Green
Clinical Negligence
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