A 92 year old pensioner is one of two people to have appeared at Bradford Crown Court on 19 February. Both Malcolm Philips and Linda Brunning, 65, have been charged with various offences relating to the alleged sexual abuse of children at Skircoat Lodge, Halifax, between the 1970’s and 1990’s.

A recent BBC investigation has highlighted cases at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust where parents were given incorrect diagnoses about their unborn babies, leading to terminations based on inaccurate medical advice.

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Three men have now been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into non-recent child abuse in Rotherham. These charges follow a lengthy police inquiry into serious allegations dating back many years. The trial is currently listed for November 2026 at Sheffield Crown Court. It is hoped that date will be brought forward.

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Sally Smith of Switalskis’ Child Abuse Department recently acted for a client who recovered £100,000 in damages from a family member who had sexually abused them as a child over a prolonged period of time. 

This National Apprenticeship Week, the spotlight is on apprenticeships and showcasing how it can be a fantastic way to bring fresh talent into your business. This will prompt many business owners to consider taking on an apprentice. Apprenticeships can be a huge benefit to a business, but they also come with specific legal requirements. In this blog, we’ll break down what you need to consider from an employment law perspective when hiring an apprentice.