We have recently had updates from insurers following the changes to the Highway Code earlier this year. These changes included how we better protect vulnerable road users and further restrictions on the use of devices when driving a vehicle. Insurers have been researching road use and driver behaviour and have found that post-pandemic, with a number of…
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As you may be aware, after some delays due to the pandemic, the Whiplash Reform Act came into force at the end of May. As part of the Civil Liability Act 2018, the reform focuses on reducing fraudulent whiplash claims. According to Aviva, 80% of UK road traffic accident claims include a claim for whiplash,…
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Catch up on the Indirect Emerging Risks arising from Covid 19 webinar we filmed with BLM solicitors on 11.02.21.
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Every day approximately 12-15 babies are born in the UK with a heart defect (CHD). For many babies, their condition is a minor problem which either doesn’t need any treatment or can be successfully corrected with surgery. Unfortunately, there are a small number of children who have more serious heart conditions or a major heart…
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The winter months are always a concern for businesses particularly when roads and pathways become hazardous, in particular when you face snow and ice. We thought it would be helpful if we shared our experience of claims we have faced and the practical tips for protecting your nursery. Over a number of years, we have…
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How it can protect you and those in your care with CCTV CCTV is now becoming much more than protecting your business in respect of theft. It is important for nurseries to consider the benefits in protecting the children in their care, their staff and safeguard their business. Placing cameras outside a property may seem…
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There multiple considerations to be aware of when it comes to the 30 hours free childcare scheme. One such consideration is managing lunch and snack times. Will you be allowing children to bring a packed lunch? How do you manage allergies? We have spoken to legal advisors and they suggest: Blanket bans for health and…
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Accidents in the workplace are adverse unplanned events that can lead to injury or ill-health. Certain accidents must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive by law. A nursery owner sought advice following an accident when a child fell from a chair. Incident The nursery owner called our legal advice helpline and reported that…
Continue reading "Guidance following an accident at nursery"A recent court case involving a faulty cot prompts Jackie Hyde to outline the manual handling approaches you should adopt to protect children, staff and your nursery. In July 2013, a former nursery employee won a legal battle against an early years provider after being left severely disabled by using a faulty cot at one…
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