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Old repairing issues considered anew

Timothy Fancourt QC and Nathaniel Duckworth consider the decision in Edwards v Kumarasamy on the scope of a landlord's repairing obligations

The case for change

The victory of the NGO Urgenda in its claim against the Dutch government shows the value of action at an individual level to combat climate change, writes Adrienne Copithorne

Provisions on services contracts in the CRA 2015

Chris Willett considers new provisions of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 relating to services, covering pre-contractual information and new remedies

Protecting conversations between employer and employee

The difference between without prejudice privilege and the protection afforded by section 111A of the Employment Rights Act 1996 is significant, explains Sean Jones QC

Will dashcams bring an end to road accident disputes?

In-car recording devices can help to resolve liability for an accident more quickly and make a significant difference to ensuring victims get the help they need, explains Claire Howard

The mismatch between knowledge and attitude

Snéha Khilay explains the importance of recognising default thinking and unconscious bias habits and considers the steps managers can take to be effective leaders and role models

Yes minister, but 'audi alteram partem

The Court of Appeal's guidance on lobbying by MPs is a must read for ministers exercising a quasi-judicial function, says Isabella Tafur

Keep calm and plan ahead

Jonathan Silverman addresses the potential effects of Brexit on IP practitioners and clients