A conversation with the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) and Resolve on Anti-social Behaviour

05/03/2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm –

We are delighted to be joined by Dr Yoric Irving-Clarke, of the APPG and Tom Nevitt, Head of Strategy at Resolve.

During this session, our guest speakers will be answering a number of questions posed to them.

Dr Yoric Irving-Clarke will be highlighting key findings and recommendations within the APPG report on ASB.

Tom Nevitt will be considering recommendations made by ASB Resolve, supported by the work of the APPG on ASB.

If you would like to put any questions to our guest speakers in advance of the session, please use the Q&A box when registering.

InLaws Programme – Top Ten Tips: Key skills for Junior Lawyers

06/03/2024 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm –

This in person seminar will explore a variety of soft skills and provide valuable tips to help Junior Lawyers, Paralegals, Trainee and NQ Solicitors boost their careers. The session will be interactive, with the audience encouraged to participate and share their experiences and insights. The afternoon will end with drinks and networking.

New Consumer Standards (Part 1)

07/03/2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm –

We will provide an overview of the new Consumer Standards issued on 29th February looking in particular at what the key changes are to the current and draft standards and priority areas to be focussing on for 1st April.

A Reflection on the Housing Ombudsman Insight Report on Service Charges

12/03/2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm –

Following the Housing Ombudsman’s Insight Report on Service Charges published in December 2023, Mark Foxcroft and Rebecca Brady consider the jurisdiction of the Ombudsman in relation to service charges, and its expectation of landlords in relation to the administration of these costs.

Building Safety Act 2022 – Tribunal Decisions So Far…

19/03/2024 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm –

The first reported decisions under the Building Safety Act have now been made by the First-tier Tribunal. These include applications for a Remediation Contribution Order (RCO), a Remediation Order (RO) along with identification of an Accountable Person/Principal Accountable Person. This session will bring you up to date on all of the reported decisions so far while we provide our take on the themes that are starting to emerge.

A guide to the Housing Ombudsman’s new powers and Complaint Handling Code

27/03/2024 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm –

The Housing Ombudsman and the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman recently launched their aligned Complaint Handling Codes. The introduction of the Housing Ombudsman’s new Code follows a period of consultation after the implementation of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023. The Code will take effect from 1 April 2024, bringing about changes for social landlords and increased powers for the Housing Ombudsman.

During this session, we will be taking you through the changes and new powers. We will provide guidance to assist with ensuring compliance with the new Code and highlight the implications of non-compliance.

InLaws Programme – Insolvency: When the end is nigh!

17/04/2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm –

UK insolvencies are on the rise and, as a business risk, they amount to a clear and present danger. Our insolvency, commercial and construction experts will provide practical insight as to how in house legal teams can spot the risk at an early stage and help protect their organisations when third parties (be that contractors, suppliers or commercial tenants) get into financial difficulties.

HMPL Building Blocks – A Housing Officer’s Guide to Court Proceedings

24/04/2024 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm –

Going to court can be a stressful experience in a new environment for housing professionals whether representing their organisation or attending as a witness. The aim of this Webinar is to help attendees understand the best way to prepare cases for Court and what to expect on the day.

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