NSPCC calls for national strategy for England on child neglect
NSPCC are calling for a national strategy for England to tackle child neglect, as professionals report that the current response is “inadequate” and “slow” 83% of those working across healthcare, the police, children’s social care and education said there are not enough services available in England to provide support for children and families experiencing neglect. […]
One in 15 young mothers involved in care proceedings before their eldest child is 10
Mothers under the age of 20 are at the greatest risk of being involved in care proceedings in the 10 years after having their first child, finds a new study led by UCL researchers. The study, funded by the Nuffield Foundation, examined the hospital and family court data of 3.5 million first-time mothers in England […]
Coup for consultant style firm as it brings in respected headhunter
Alternative Legal Services Provider (ALSP) Bamboo has announced the appointment of respected headhunter Liz Smith to develop the group’s approach to recruitment.Liz brings over 25 years’ experience in talent acquisition and development within the legal sector to her new role at Bamboo. ALSP’s, also know as consultant-style firms, have grown significantly in popularity in recent […]
Women’s Aid launch ‘Step Forward for Survivors’ fundraising challenge
Women’s Aid have launched its flagship annual fundraising challenge, ‘Step Forward for Survivors’. The Step Forward for Survivors Challenge is calling on the public to show their solidarity with survivors of domestic abuse by running or walking 60 miles during September. You can still sign up to take part in the challenge here. Every […]
Women’s Aid respond to data collected by NPCC as part of national policing strategy showing over 300 domestic abuse offences related to the Euros
In June this year, a national policing strategy was launched to help forces target serial domestic abusers during the Euros football tournament. Developed by the UK’s Football Policing Unit, the strategy aimed to provide forces with a proactive, multi-agency approach to safeguard victims and focus on perpetrators of domestic abuse. As part of the police […]
Making Change Part of the Furniture: Lessons from Paul O’Neill and Alcoa
Change is often perceived as a disruptive force, an unwelcome visitor that turns our routines and structures upside down. However, there are powerful examples from history that demonstrate how change, when integrated thoughtfully and systematically, can become as integral to an organization as the furniture within it. One of the most compelling cases is the […]
Conference to cover gaslighting, domestic abuse, ToLATA disputes, cohabitation and more…
The Today’s Family Lawyer Private Law Conference returns to Manchester on 20th September 2024 and organisers Today’s Media can now reveal the line up of topics and speakers. Tickets for ‘Family Law Futures: Navigating Tomorrow’s Challenges Today’ are also available for £99 +VAT per person. With a mix of CPD/ continuing competence presentations alongside law […]
Preparing for Legal Directories Season
You’re invited to Preparing for Legal Directories Season, an exclusive, insight-packed legal directories session providing a deep dive into the world of legal directories, unpacking the research process, methodology, rankings and editorial calendar. This online event will be hosted by LexRex Communications, join managing director and resident legal directories specialist, Victoria Moffatt, and LexRex brand […]
AML and sanctions data collection – What you need to know
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has recently requested law firms complete an anti-money laundering and sanctions data collection exercise. The SRA is required by Office for Professional Body Anti-Money Laundering Supervision (OPBAS) to take a risk-based approach to supervision and is requesting firms complete the requested information as full as possible. It will, they say […]
