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HCSA SupplyCastLegal Update with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons gives a bumper legal update on all the issues coming up with the Procurement Act, chats about the new commercial training and looks ahead to the HCSA Annual Conference
2025-10-2024 min
Hempsons health and social care law podcastInquests and giving evidenceIn this episode, Elspeth and Molly from Hempsons’ Inquests & Inquiries team provide a clear and practical guide to inquests and the process of giving evidence. They break down the essentials of inquest law, focusing on non-Article 2 inquests, and share insights from their experience supporting witnesses and families. Visit hpsns.co/captivateinquests for more information and support.
2025-10-0814 min
Hempsons health and social care law podcastComplex Hospital DischargesIn this episode, healthcare advisory partner Sophie Bowes provides a guide to managing complex hospital discharges. Key topics covered:The discharge to assess model and its practical application in NHS trustsWhy clear, consistent internal discharge policies are essentialHow to plan for and escalate delayed discharges, including when to seek legal adviceLessons from recent case law, including guidance on capacity, patient rights, and the role of the courtsPractical takeaways for healthcare leaders and discharge teamsFor a deeper dive, check out Sophie’s recent webinar on complex discharges, available on the Hempsons YouTube channel.
2025-09-2227 minHempsons health and social care law podcastReal Estate Podcast: Securing Value for Money for NHS ProvidersIn this episode, Ann Cojeen, commercial real estate partner at Hempsons, discusses how NHS providers can secure value for money in property transactions and disputes. Ann delves into the estate code, particularly HBN00-08, and its references to value for money. She explores the roles of agents, surveyors, and solicitors in achieving value for money, the importance of commercial terms, and the benefits of appointing an agent. Ann also covers the significance of fit-out works, the necessity of having a detailed specification, and the role of a dilapidations surveyor. Tune in for valuable insights and...
2025-07-3116 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe meaning of biological sex under The Equality ActEmployment law partner Saira Ramadan examines the recent UK Supreme Court ruling in For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers. This episode explores the Court’s interpretation of 'biological sex' under the Equality Act 2010, reaffirming that the terms 'man', 'woman', and 'sex' refer to biological sex. Saira provides an overview of the case background, unpacks the implications of the judgment, and offers practical guidance for employers. Her advice includes answers to frequently asked questions around workplace facilities such as toilets, changing rooms, and other gendered spaces, helping organisations navigate this evolving legal landscape with confidence. ...
2025-06-2523 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP Practice Mergers explainedPrimary care experts, Justin Cumberlege and Robert McCartney, discuss the intricacies of merging GP practices. They begin by clarifying what a merger typically involves - two or more practices coming together to operate as a single entity.The conversation explores the strategic motivations for merging, such as financial sustainability, improved service delivery, and increased influence within Primary Care Networks (PCNs). They highlight the benefits of scaling up, including shared responsibilities, enhanced workforce capabilities, and greater resilience in a rapidly evolving NHS landscape.The episode also examines different structural models, including incorporation as limited...
2025-06-0320 min
HCSA SupplyCastProcurement Act update with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons provides an essential new legal update and looks at all the early queries and concerns around The Procurement Act
2025-05-0722 minHempsons health and social care law podcastRegulated below threshold contracts under the Procurement Act 2023In this episode, Helen Redfern, a senior solicitor in the procurement team at Hempsons, outlines the key obligations and requirements for English contracting authorities regarding regulated below threshold contracts under the Procurement Act 2023. Helen addresses common queries, including the definition of below threshold contracts, direct awards without competition, running formal competitions, and the prompt payment provisions. She provides practical guidance on the various notices required and the flexibility contracting authorities have in awarding and managing these contracts.Episode summary00:00 Introduction to the Procurement Act 202301:03 Understanding regulated below threshold contracts01:40 Key...
2025-03-2411 minHempsons health and social care law podcastHow will The Procurement Act 2023 impact the Provider Selection Regime?With The Procurement Act 2023 coming into force on Monday 24 February 2025, we have received a number of queries about how this will impact the Provider Selection Regime. Hempsons' head of procurement, Andrew Daly, explains what people can expect when the Act comes into force. Visit our PSR hub: https://www.hempsons.co.uk/services/the-provider-selection-regime/
2025-02-1105 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe Procurement Act 2023: What does it mean in practice?Hempsons' head of procurement, Andrew Daly, gives an update on the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023 and what it will mean for businesses in practice. Register for our free Procurement Act webinar on Thursday 13 February.Find out more about our specialist procurement team
2025-02-0712 min
HCSA SupplyCastSupplyCast with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons discusses the latest on the Procurement Act, further delay rumours and final preparations for the February launch.
2025-01-2120 min
The Provider PodcastDiscussing the ethnicity pay gapIn the latest episode of The Provider Podcast, host Adam Brimelow discusses the ethnicity pay gap in the NHS with guest speakers Dianne Greyson, founder of the #EthnicityPayGap Campaign, Saira Ramadan, partner at Hempsons and Asmina Islam Chowdhury, NHS Providers programme development manager for Race Equality. The episode looks at what causes the gap, the risks of inaction and the steps trusts are taking to tackle it.
To learn more about this topic, read our new guide: Counting the cost: understanding your ethnicity pay gap, co-produced with leading healthcare law firm Hempsons. Read the guide
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2024-10-2924 min
CMM - OFF THE PAGECMM OFF THE PAGE | EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CARE QUALITY COMMISSION'S (CQC'S) SINGLE ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORK (SAF)Season 2, Episode 3: Everything you need to know about the care quality commission’s (cqc’s) single assessment framework (saf)The second season of CMM OFF THE PAGE continues with everything you need to know about the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC’s) single assessment framework (SAF), as the regulator continues to dominate social care headlines. This episode was co-hosted by Professor Martin Green OBE, Chief Executive at Care England, and Philippa Doyle, Partner and Head of Social Care at Hempsons solicitors, and Sharon Lowrie, Chief Executive Officer at Be Caring, the UK’s largest emp...
2024-10-2548 min
HCSA SupplyCastProcurement Act delay special with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons explains what the delay to the commencement of the Procurement Act 2023 means for NHS procurement and what HCSA members should be doing to make the most of the period of delay.
2024-09-164h 20Hempsons health and social care law podcastNHS Resolution indemnity scheme for GPs: what you need to knowHealthcare litigation expert Patricia Roe and primary care expert Justin Cumberlege explain the NHS Resolution indemnity scheme for GPs. Find out more about our primary care law services and contact the team: https://hpsns.co/practitionerspodcasts
2024-09-1111 min
HCSA SupplyCastSupplyCast legal update with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons provides a new legal update including The Procurement Act, Provider Selection Regime and what a change of Government could mean for NHS procurement.
2024-07-298h 00Hempsons health and social care law podcastWalking the tightrope - patient capacity, best interests, and disclosureHealthcare law specialists Stephen Maratos and Stephen Evans host this episode discussing patient capacity, acting in their best interests, and the importance of thorough disclosure in the coronial and civil court process.
2024-07-1735 minHempsons health and social care law podcastWhat does the PSR mean for primary care providers?Primary healthcare law experts Justin Cumberlege and Robert McCartney host our first podcast of the year, discussing what the new Provider Selection Regime means for primary healthcare providers. In this episode, they discuss what the Provider Selection Regime is, and look at three different scenarios where it would apply. For more information about our primary healthcare legal services and how we can help your business, visit our website.
2024-02-0115 min
HCSA SupplyCastSupplyCast Andrew Daly Legal UpdateAn essential legal update with Andrew Daly from Hempsons on the Provider Selection Regime, how it applies to Trusts and what HCSA members need to know
2024-01-095h 37
Care Home Management magazine's podcastDigital and Legal Trends For Care Homes in 2024 - special Care Home Management podcastThe start of a brand new year is always a time for reflection on what has passed and a look ahead to what the next 12 months will offer. On our latest podcast, sponsored by Rotacloud, Care Home Management brought together two experts to look ahead at both what the Care Quality Commission’s new assessment framework will mean for care home regulation and whether operators are as up to speed as they should be with using digital social care records that the CQC will be demanding.Our experts Philippa Doyle, partner and head of...
2023-12-1336 min
Wessex LMCs PodcastsGP Contract Hand Back - The Implications, Liabilities & Practical ConsiderationsDr Andy Purbrick (Joint CEO, Wessex LMCs) discusses the thorny issue of why a GP Partnership may consider handing back its contract and closing the practice, the implications, liabilities and practical considerations involved, and the potential alternatives to this Armageddon situation. Andy is joined by solicitors Robert McCartney (Hempsons) & Rachel Crean (VWV), Sally Sidaway ( Morris Crocker Accountants) and Adam Thompson (surveyor, Primary Care Surveyors).
2023-11-2234 min
HCSA SupplyCastSupplyCast legal update with Andrew DalyIn another legal update Andrew Daly from Hempsons takes us through a very busy period with crucial updates on The Procurement Bill, Provider Selection Regime and new thresholds.
2023-11-1010h 35Hempsons health and social care law podcastSocial media uses and abuses in primary careWhat are the rules around social media for doctors and other primary care health professionals? Join Robert McCartney and Rachel Levine for the latest episode of our primary care podcast, where they navigate the complex and ever-evolving issue of social media uses and abuses in employment law. In this episode they discuss:00:16 - Introduction01:00 - The evolving nature of social media02:06 - Which social media platforms cause the biggest issues?03:44 - Social media and the law04:54 - Tribunal scenarios and outcomes06:54 - Cyber bullying and...
2023-10-0923 minHempsons health and social care law podcastComplaints handling - an introduction to negligence claims for dentistsFollowing his recent webinar, healthcare litigation associate, Nigel Wood, gives an introduction to clinical negligence claims that dentists face and discusses how they can handle these complaints.
2023-09-2024 minHempsons health and social care law podcastPrimary care contracts - don't get trapped!Robert McCartney and Kirsty Odell, associates in Hempsons' primary care team, host this episode, focusing on common traps in primary care contracts. In this episode, they discuss:00:18 - Introduction: the purpose of contracts01:45 - The pros and cons of NHS contracts03:00 - Trap one: entering into a contract inadvertently 05:13 - Trap two: the role of customer practice07:36 - Trap three: conflicts10:12 - Trap four: gaps in subcontracting13:00 - Trap five: unfair provisions in commercial contracts16:39 - Trap six: unclear termination provisions
2023-08-2128 minHempsons health and social care law podcastAn introduction to inquests for the primary care sectorPrimary care partner Justin Cumberlege talks to Sam Wright, a senior solicitor in our healthcare advisory team specialising in inquests, about the role of primary care practitioners in the latest episode of our podcast for GPs.00:16 - Introduction01:36 - What is an inquest?02:49 - What should/shouldn't you say in an inquest?05:00 - Can inquest evidence be cited in a subsequent clinical negligence case?05:54 - Quality of evidence07:47 - Do GPs need to attend inquests in person?11:36 - Who can support GPs throughout the inquest...
2023-07-1717 min
Care Home Management magazine's podcastFundamental Standards of Care - Special Podcast From Care Home ManagementThe Care Quality Commission outlines fundamental standards that should be provided for residents. These include person centred care, dignity and respect, consent, safety and safeguarding from abuse.Join our expert panel to discuss what this all means for care homes today.Our panellists discuss: Why fundamental standards are as important as everThe CQC's planned changesWhy everyone in a care home organisation must understand the standardsHow the standards keep staff safe tooThe role standards play when recruiting The role they play when planning a training strategyHow the standards impact on care home equipment and premisesUnderstanding the...
2023-07-0646 min
HCSA SupplyCastLegal update with Andrew DalyA new update with Andrew Daly from Hempsons on all the legal news and changes you need to know! Including Procurement Bill, PPNs and more…
2023-07-0410h 13Hempsons health and social care law podcastCourt of Protection episode 6 - Liberty Protection SafeguardsIn the sixth and final episode of our Court of Protection series, Hempsons' healthcare advisory associates Rachael Hawkin and Liz Stokes give an overview of the Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS).00:16 - Introduction01:23 - April 5 2023 announcement02:25 - Recap: what are the Liberty Protection Safeguards?04:53 - LPS objectives06:01 - What is the definition of deprivation of liberty?07:41 - How will the deprivation of liberty be authorised?09:07 - Who can be a 'responsible body'?10:44 - The impact of LPS on care planning11:42 - The...
2023-06-1320 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCourt of Protection Episode 5: Section 21A of the Mental Capacity ActIn the penultimate episode of our Court of Protection series, Hempsons' healthcare advisory associates Rachael Hawkin and Liz Stokes discuss Section 21A of the Mental Capacity Act.00:16 - Introduction01:23 - What is Section 21A of the Mental Capacity Act 2005?02:26 - Objections to a patient's deprivation of liberty03:55 - Who can bring a challenge on behalf of a patient?06:55 - Who can be party to a Section 21A challenge hearing?07:38 - How are Section 21A challenges progressed in the Court of Protection?09:41 - Best interests and...
2023-05-2214 minHempsons health and social care law podcastPreparing your PCN for 2024 and beyondIn this episode of our GP podcast, primary care law experts Justin Cumberlege and Robert McCartney discuss the future of PCNs and how GPs can prepare their businesses for 2024 and beyond.00:16 - Introduction01:05 - What have PCNs achieved since 2019?01:55 - PCNs during the pandemic03:11 - Staffing and incorporation05:55 - Forming a company06:25 - Director responsibilities08:02 - The future of PCNs09:50 - Finances10:38 - Commissioner contracts11:29 - The role of PCNs13:27 - Super practices15:15 - Primary...
2023-05-1521 min
Care Home Management magazine's podcastBuying and Selling Care Homes - A Special Care Home Management PodcastWhy buy a care home? How do you sell a care home?These two crucial questions are answered on our latest industry-leading podcast.Our expert panel discuss:How healthy is the care home real estate market?How confident are banks and others in the lending market?What legal due diligence must you do?Who are the buyers and who are the sellers?How do you structure a care home real estate deal?What is happening in the new build market?How can a CQC report and rating can affect a deal?Join our...
2023-04-2447 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCourt of Protection Episode 4: Witness evidence in the CoPThe social care sector plays an often understated role in welfare cases, so this series, over a course of 6 episodes, will take you through the basics of Court of Protection for welfare matters and delve into areas where providers are likely to be involved, what they should consider and how they can prepare. This fourth episode gives an overview discussion, looking at evidence provision in Court of Protection from the perspective of a social care provider.
2023-04-1118 min
HCSA SupplyCastSupplyCast with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons joins us for his latest exclusive update including
🚨 Legislation updates
🚨 3 new PPNs
🚨 Carbon reduction plans
🚨 Details on 3 new cases
2023-03-291h 04
HCSA SupplyCastSupplyCast with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons kicks off a new series of monthly legal clinics looking at the Procurement Bill and all things NHS procurement
2023-02-014h 14Hempsons health and social care law podcastCourt of Protection Episode 3: Disclosure rulesIn the third episode in our Court of Protection series for social care providers Rachael Hawkin and Liz Stokes discuss the disclosure rules in the Court of Protection and the ways a social care provider may find themselves in receipt of a request for disclosure in proceedings.
2023-01-2613 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCourt of Protection Episode 2: How a social care provider may find themselves involved in the Court of ProtectionIn this second episode in our Court of Protection series for social care providers Rachael Hawkin and Liz Stokes discuss the ways in which a social care provider may find themselves involved in the Court of Protection.
2022-12-1416 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCourt of Protection Episode 1: Welfare cases in the Court of Protection for social care providersThe social care sector plays an often understated role in welfare cases, so this new podcast series, hosted by Hempsons' healthcare advisory associates Rachael Hawkin and Liz Stokes, is designed to take you through the basics of the Court of Protection for welfare matters. Over the course of six episodes, they will delve into areas where providers are likely to be involved, what they should consider, and how they can prepare.Episode one provides a brief introductory overview to the Court of Protection (CoP) for social care providers and what is meant by capacity and best interests...
2022-10-1814 minHempsons health and social care law podcastHempsons and Morris Crocker: Incorporating your PCNHempsons partner, Justin Cumberlege, and Sally Sidaway medical client director at specialist accountancy firm Morris Crocker, discuss the pros and cons of incorporating your Primary Care Network (PCN).
2022-09-0516 min
HCSA SupplyCastSupplyCast with Andrew DalyAndrew Daly from Hempsons explains why he entered the legal profession and provides a legal overview of the current status of NHS procurement ahead of his session at the HCSA Summer Conference
2022-06-0829 minHempsons health and social care law podcastWhat to consider when incorporating your GP PracticeHempsons corporate law partner, Ross Clark, discusses the legal considerations when incorporating your GP practice. In this episode, Ross covers what a company is in legal terms; why and how to create a company; what you need to do to satisfy the commissioner; premises considerations; what to consider around tax and pensions; and finally, the pros and cons of incorporating your practice. To find out more about how we can help practitioners and to contact the team, click here.
2022-04-2815 min
Care Home Management magazine's podcastThe Court of Protection - Legal Special Podcast from Care Home ManagementIn our latest Legal Special podcast we help care home providers understand the mysterious world of the Court of Protection.This relates to decisions and declarations on financial, welfare and property.Join our two experts Neil Ward, a partner at Mills & Reeve LLP and Rachael Hawkin, a solicitor at Hempsons. They discuss how the scope of the Court of Protection has broadened and the link with the Mental Capacity Act.They also explain deprivation of liberty, the role of the official solicitor, third-party disclosure and the importance of...
2022-03-2142 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP Retirement - what to keep in mindCorporate Primary Healthcare Partner Justin Cumberlege is joined by James Gransby of RSM Accountants and Paul Gordon of MacArthur Gordon to discuss the issues that should be considered when a GP wishes to retire from their partnership or practice.
2022-03-1716 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP Partnership DisputesRoss Clark, a partner in the Hempsons GP team discusses the common causes of GP partnership disputes, what to do if you get involved in one, and how to avoid them if possible.
2022-01-1920 minHempsons health and social care law podcastIs your GP Federation PCN friendly?Corporate Primary Healthcare Partner Justin Cumberlege is joined by Solicitor Matthew Gale to discuss GP federations and PCNs.
2022-01-0311 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe early stages of clinical negligence claimsClin neg claims – considerations from conception to conclusionEpisode 1 - The early stages of clinical negligence claimsIn this podcast Stephen Maratos, Gill Muir and Steven Wade, healthcare litigation team members from Hempsons’ Newcastle office, discuss what the early stages of a claim entail. They review what to do after receiving a Letter of Claim, and what to do in the early stages of a claim before formal litigation. They also chat through and think about risks and costs, as well as highlighting the key things to remember.
2021-12-2328 minHempsons health and social care law podcastEvidence - who done it?!Listen to Hempsons Newcastle healthcare litigation partners Stephen Maratos and Gill Muir discussing the recent seminar on evidence they delivered alongside counsel Martin Forde QC and Georgina Nolan.
2021-11-3028 min
Social Club UKIn-Practice Masterclass with Ian Hempseed: 'Collaborations – Planning to Work Differently'Dr Craig Dearden-Phillips MBE talks with Ian Hempseed, Partner & Head of Charities: Hempsons following his popular masterclass with Social Club members.
Ian is a charity and corporate lawyer who has a wide range of experience in the field of commercial, constitutional and governance law. He heads up the Charities and Social Enterprise team at Hempsons.
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2021-11-2424 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - prison inquestsAssociates Liz Stokes and Liz Hackett from our healthcare advisory team discuss particular aspects and common themes for inquests arising from deaths in prisons.
2021-11-1215 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - The interaction between inquests and civil proceedingsAssociates Elspeth Rose and Jennifer Hovington give helpful background and advice while discussing the interaction between inquests and civil proceedings.
2021-11-0818 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - child inquestsAssociates Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose continue the second inquest series, covering specific types of inquest. This episode deals with the distressing topic of child inquests.
2021-10-2513 minHempsons health and social care law podcastEmployment issues in primary careAssociate Lucy Miles discusses employment issues in primary care including capability issues, performance management and dealing with disabilities under the Equality Act.
2021-10-2113 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP indemnity schemeAssociate Emma Summerfield and senior solicitor Vicky Rowlands discuss issues around the GP indemnity scheme NHS resolutions, GP claims and when to report them.
2021-10-2010 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP practice mergers - the key considerationsPartner Alison Oliver and associate Kirsty Odell discuss issues and key requirements surrounding merging your GP practice.
2021-10-1110 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe future of PCNsPartner Justin Cumberlege and associate Kirsty Odell discuss the Health and Care Bill and future opportunities for primary care networks.
2021-10-0609 minHempsons health and social care law podcastHPMA rising star awards finalistsWe are delighted to once again sponsor HPMA's Rising Star award. Find out more about the three finalists in this podcast, with the winner being announced at the awards ceremony on 7 October 2021.Learn more about HPMA: https://www.hpma.org.uk/Learn more about the HPMA awards: https://www.hpma.org.uk/hpma-awards-2021/
2021-09-2729 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - care home inquestsIn the first in our second series of inquests podcasts Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose from our healthcare advisory team discuss particular aspects and common issues and themes in inquests for care homes.
2021-09-2112 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP practice incorporationsPartner Justin Cumberlege and James Gransby from RSM discuss the legalrequirements and considerations of incorporating your GP practice.
2021-09-2014 minHempsons health and social care law podcastAdmitting a new partner - happy union or nightmare?Partner Justin Cumberlege and associate Kirsty Odell cover the essential elements of bringing a new partner into your GP practice and the potential downfalls to avoid.
2021-09-1612 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCommissioning in primary careHempsons GP team lead partner Ross Clark introduces some of the key issues in commissioning in primary care, including the Health and Care Bill, primary care networks and incorporations.
2021-09-1613 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe impact of COVID-19 on medical lawThis was originally intended as video content for our website, as it was delivered over MS Teams to a live audience as a webinar. However we weren't happy with the quality of the video on this occasion, bit with a bit of editing we've managed to turn it into a podcast."Where can I find the slides?", you ask..... Well, Bertie didn't use any for this, so you can pop your headphones on, go for a walk, and listen without worrying about what you're not seeing on the slide deck.
2021-03-2439 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - regulation 28/PFD reportsIn the sixth and final podcast in our series of inquest podcasts Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose from Hempsons' healthcare advisory team talk to Jill Baker about Regulation 28 and Prevention of Future Deaths Reports.Please uset this link to view all the PFD reports published by the Chief Coroner: https://www.judiciary.uk/related-offices-and-bodies/office-chief-coroner/https-www-judiciary-uk-subject-community-health-care-and-emergency-services-related-deaths/
2021-03-1522 min
Care Home Management magazine's podcastLegal Special Podcast - vaccination policy and CQC easy wins. From Care Home ManagementIn our main March podcast, sponsored by Smooth Digital, we explore some key legal issues affecting care homes.* How are care homes approaching the vaccination roll out for staff and residents?* Legalities of having a no jab no job policy* To what extent do employers have a duty to promote vaccination and encourage care workers to take it up?* What impact might The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 have on the vaccinations debate?* Top tips on how care homes can boost their CQC rating by improving person centred care, as well a...
2021-03-0634 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - conclusionsIn the fifth in our series of inquest podcasts Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose from Hempsons' healthcare advisory team talk to Jill Baker about conclusions, including what conclusions are available.
2021-03-0117 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe Skill Mill - helping vulnerable young people break the cycle of re-offendingSocial Enterprise UK's Andy Daly talks to Skill Mill Managing Director David Parks and Hempsons partner Crispin Pettifer about The Skill Mill's exciting project to extend the programme they deliver to more vulnerable young people to help them break the cycle of re-offending and gain work experience.The Skill Mill is a multi-award-winning social enterprise that helps young people break the cycle of re-offending and gain work experience. This innovative project, jointly commissioned by several local authorities is structured as a four-year outcomes contract, funded by a social impact bond – so the provider is paid for successfully ke...
2021-02-2436 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - Article 2 and juriesIn the fourth in our series of inquest podcasts Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose from Hempsons' healthcare advisory team firstly talk to Jill Baker about 2 topics - Article 2 which is followed by a discussion on Jury inquests
2021-02-0122 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - giving evidence, and what to expectIn the third in our series of inquest podcasts Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose from Hempsons' healthcare advisory team talk to Jill Baker about giving evidence and what to expect.
2021-01-1928 minHempsons health and social care law podcastInquests - witness preparationIn the second in our series of inquest podcasts Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose from Hempsons' healthcare advisory team talk to Jill Baker abour witness preparation, including why witnesses are called and the preparation of witness statements.
2020-12-0816 minHempsons health and social care law podcastOverview of an inquestIn the first in our series of inquest podcasts Liz Stokes and Elspeth Rose from Hempsons' healthcare advisory team talk to Jill Baker about inquests, what they are and why we have them.
2020-11-2412 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe role of GP provider organisations in primary care networksHempsons GP expert Ross Clark explains the role of GP provider companies in the context of primary care networks, and some of the key issues associated with the use of a PCN company.
2020-10-2313 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCommissioning NHS GP servicesHempsons GP expert Ross Clark explains how the commissioning of NHS GP services has become more involved and complicated recently, and the reasons why.
2020-10-2311 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCQC inspections - what's the current focus?Social care expert Philippa Doyle and Jill Baker discuss the CQC's current approach to inspections, having restarted them in the summer, after spending lockdown focusing on keeping in touch with providers remotely.
2020-10-2114 min
Pharmacy In Practice PodcastPharmacy law, fitness to practise and how to stay out of troubleI have never met a pharmacist or pharmacy technician that does not dread the letter of complaint from the GPhC dropping through the letterbox.
Unfortunately in the context of overall rising numbers of complaints being made by fellow health professionals and also by the general public, I felt it important to touch base with our colleagues at Hempsons to get their views on what you can do if you find yourself in this terrible situation.
In a very interesting chat, we covered the fitness to practise process and how...
2020-09-0839 minHempsons health and social care law podcastWhat it means to be a GP practice partnerIn this podcast Hempsons' primary care law experts Alison Oliver and Kirsty Odell examine what it means to be a partner in a GP practice from a legal perspective and answer some key questions.
2020-09-0311 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP practice mergersTwo of Hempsons' primary care law experts Alison Oliver and Kirsty Odell discuss some of the key considerations for GP practices considering mergers.
2020-09-0214 minHempsons health and social care law podcastExpulsions and compulsory GP retirementOne of Hempsons' primary care law experts Kirsty Odell explores the process and challenges of exercising a right to require a partner to leave the GP partnership.
2020-09-0210 minHempsons health and social care law podcastValuations of GP surgery premisesHempsons' primary care premises expert Bryn Morgan uncovers three top tips to help minimise the risk of getting into disagreements and disputes over the valuation of GP surgery premises.
2020-09-0211 minHempsons health and social care law podcastGP partnership disputesIn this podcast Hempsons' primary care law expert Ross Clark looks at GP partnership disputes, what to do if you are involved in one and how to avoid them.
2020-09-0217 minHempsons health and social care law podcastHealth and social care and the law of consentGraeme Trigg and healthcare law expert Stephen Evans introduce a new series of Hempsons podcasts covering how the law of consent impacts on health and social care. This is the first in a series of shows covering the various aspects of this important area of law.
2020-08-2821 minHempsons health and social care law podcastReintroduction of continuing healthcare assessmentsJill Baker and healthcare law specialist Philippa Doyle talks about the Department of Health and Social Care’s new guidance surrounding the reintroduction of continuing healthcare assessments, which takes effect from 1st September 2020.You can access the guidance here.
2020-08-2808 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe CQC's "How to get the most out of inspections" guidanceJill Baker and social care law expert Philippa Doyle discuss the Care Quality Commission's helpful guidelines “How to get the most out of inspections” which show exactly how an inspection should operate from beginning to end.You can access the guidance here.
2020-08-2812 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCoronavirus: legal issues for mental health providersListen to Hempsons' Harrogate-based partner Stephen Evans, an expert in healthcare and mental health law, discuss the questions Hempsons are most often being asked by our mental health provider clients during the COVID-19 outbreak.
2020-05-1939 minHempsons health and social care law podcastPolice interviews for suspects during the COVID-19 outbreakListen to Hempsons' London-based partner Surjit Dubb, an expert in criminal defence, discuss the practicalities and legal issues around the investigation of alleged criminal offences and the need to keep suspects, police staff and legal teams safe.
2020-05-1821 minHempsons health and social care law podcastPCN DES specification 2020Listen to members of Hempsons' specialist GP team discussing some of the key issues surrounding the new Primary Care Network 2020 DES specification with Manchester BD Manager Puk Svensson. The latest in our series of GP and practitioner focused podcasts features Justin Cumberlege and Kirsty Odell from our London office, Newcastle-based Alison Oliver, and from our Harrogate office, Ross Clark.
2020-05-0520 minHempsons health and social care law podcastProcuring during a pandemicListen to members of Hempsons' national specialist procurement team discussing some of the key procurement law issues arising out of the coronavirus outbreak. Procurement specialist partners Andrew Daly, Deborah Ramshaw and Oliver Crich explore what your procurement obligations are and the level of risk to your organisation when procuring urgent COVID-19 related requirements. We also look to the future and the potential immediate post COVID-19 procurement landscape.Here you can access the link mentioned in the conversation:https://www.hempsons.co.uk/news-articles/the-government-issues-the-first-procurement-policy-note-of-2020-on-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-procurement/And finally: our apologies for the occasional d...
2020-05-0440 minHempsons health and social care law podcastTop tips to improve your remote working lifeListen to Hempsons' London based solicitor Amie Roadnight talking to Elizabeth Thomas, a partner in our healthcare litigation team, about remote working. Elizabeth is currently based in Guernsey, working remotely from our London office, and has been home working for six years.
2020-04-2936 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCoronavirus resource allocation in critical careListen to Hempsons' Manchester based partner Helen Claridge discussing some of the issues facing clinicians when dealing with complex resource allocation decisions regarding which patients to treat and which not to treat.Here you can access the links mentioned in the conversation:https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng159/resources/critical-care-admission-algorithm-pdf-8708948893https://www.bma.org.uk/media/2226/bma-covid-19-ethics-guidance.pdfhttps://www.rcplondon.ac.uk/news/ethical-guidance-published-frontline-staff-dealing-pandemic
2020-04-2242 minHempsons health and social care law podcastFrequently asked COVID-19 questions from GP practicesListen to members of Hempsons' specialist GP team discussing some of the questions most frequently being asked by our GP clients since the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak. This is the first in our series of GP and practitioner focused podcasts and features Newcastle based partner Alison Oliver and London's Kirsty Odell from our corporate and commercial team, real estate partner Bryn Morgan from our London office and Harrogate's Julia Gray, an employment law expert.Here you can access the links mentioned in the conversation:https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-for-wage-costs-through-the-coronavirus-job-retention-schemehttps://www...
2020-04-2030 minHempsons health and social care law podcastCoroners and CoronaListen to Hempsons' Regulatory & Crime partner Adam Smith, an expert in regulatory defence and an Assistant Coroner in both Milton Keynes and Inner North London, discuss the the challenges for the coronial system brought about by the COVID-19 outbreak and the UK's response.
2020-04-1727 minHempsons health and social care law podcastMedical Regulation in the Shadow of COVID-19Listen to Hempsons' London-based associate Stephen Hooper, an expert in regulatory defence, discuss the medical regulators' response to the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 outbreak and the UK's response.
2020-04-0641 minHempsons health and social care law podcastDental Regulation in the Shadow of COVID-19Listen to Hempsons' London-based associate Stephen Hooper, an expert in regulatory defence, discuss the dental regulators' response to the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 outbreak and the UK's response.
2020-04-0635 minHempsons health and social care law podcastThe emergency Coronavirus Act 2020 and the legal changes it enables.Listen to Hempsons' Harrogate-based partner Stephen Evans, an expert in healthcare and mental health law, outline the major changes brought about by the UK Coronavirus Act 2020, which received Royal Assent last week.The Act attempts to prepare the way for a raft of changes to the law intended to help the NHS to cope with what is about to be thrown at it, as the COVID-19 crisis deepens.
2020-03-3042 min
Care Home Management magazine's podcastCare Home Management Podcast - Legal Advice SpecialThe February Care Home Management Magazine podcast is a Legal Advice Special and a must listen for anyone running a UK care home. In a roundtable format we discuss how care providers can challenge the harsher CQC inspections and the conduct of some inspectors. How can homes react to whistle-blowing and safeguarding claims that might not be accurate? We also look at employment contracts and Section 1 statements that come into force in April and we get advice on changes to care workers' terms and condition. There could also be changes later in February to Sleep-in...
2020-02-0441 min
APA PodcastsHow one can avoid the legal landmines APA 2017Mr Bertie Leigh, Hempsons, London discusses avoiding legal landmines in anaesthesia with Dr Sumit Das (Consultant Paediatric Anaesthetist, Oxford)
2017-09-0714 min