Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month, held each February in the UK, aims to raise awareness of symptoms and the importance of early diagnosis. In the UK, around 9,000 people are diagnosed with oesophageal cancer each year, making it the 14th most common cancer in the UK. What Is Oesophageal Cancer? The oesophagus […]
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Feb
Feb
When and Why Families Seek Anonymity in Birth Brain Injury Claims Cases involving severe birth-related brain injuries often attract public attention, particularly where substantial compensation is approved to fund lifelong care. While the principle of open justice means court hearings are usually public, families caring for children with profound needs may face additional distress and […]
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Feb
Feb
Cereulide Toxin Poisoning Linked to Recalled Baby Formula It has been reported that the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is investigating 36 cases of children falling ill after being fed batches of baby formula that have since been recalled. It is understood that Nestlé recalled more than 60 batches of its SMA baby formula in […]
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Feb
Feb
Unsure If Your Student Tenancy Deposit Was Protected? Many students renting in England are unaware that landlords are legally required to protect tenancy deposits in a government-approved scheme and provide prescribed information within strict time limits. Unfortunately, failures to comply with these rules are common in student lets. We have recently published a detailed FAQ […]
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Jan
Jan
Children Harmed by Orthopaedic Surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital A report has been published following an investigation into Yaser Jabbar, a “world-famous” orthopaedic surgeon who operated on 789 children at Great Ormond Street Hospital between 2017 and 2022. Mr Jabbar specialised in complex surgery to lengthen and reconstruct children’s limbs. It has been reported […]
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Jan
Jan
Review into Treatment Provided by Leslie Irwin, Hand and Wrist Orthopaedic Surgeon Orthopaedic Surgeon Leslie Irwin, who specialised in hand and wrist surgery, worked for South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust between 2001 and 2023. He also carried out private practice at Spire Washington Hospital. It is understood that Mr Irwin retired from NHS […]
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Jan
Jan
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week This week marks Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, which aims to raise awareness of cervical screening for women aged 25 to 64, as well as promote the HPV vaccination for young people aged 11 to 18. Brilliant organisations such as The Eve Appeal and Macmillan Cancer Support do vital work in raising […]
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Jan
Jan
NHS ‘Never Events’ NHS England has published a provisional report detailing the number of Patient Safety Incidents, commonly referred to as ‘Never Events’, reported between April and November 2025 across 120 NHS Trusts. A Never Event is a serious, and sometimes catastrophic, patient safety incident that has either caused serious harm or had the clear […]
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Jan
Jan
Renters’ Rights Bill: Key Changes Every Landlord and Tenant Should Know The private rented sector in England is undergoing its most significant reform in decades. The Renters’ Rights Bill introduces wide-ranging changes that will reshape how tenancies operate, how evictions are handled, and the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. From the abolition […]
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Dec
Dec
Awaab’s Law The Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023 — more commonly referred to as Awaab’s Law — is set to come into force on 27 October 2025, marking a significant development in housing law in England and Wales. The Act introduces mandatory timeframes for social housing providers to investigate and address issues of damp and […]