How schools can be proactive amid rising parent complaints Amid growing concerns about rising parental complaints of an increasingly vexatious nature, Victoria Hatton explains how school leaders can de-escalate issues
Legal explainer: Is Keegan right about sharing copyright RSHE resources with parents? The secretary of state has said copyright is ‘void and unenforceable’ when it comes to parental access to RSHE resources. Marcus Collins explains
Legal: When are non-disclosure agreements appropriate? Employment law partner, David Ward sets out the practical and ethical considerations for school and trust leaders in the use of NDAs
How compensation claims work in this increasingly risky profession Staffing shortages and straitened budgets are already leading to an increase in compensation claims, explains Ben Pepper
Part-time pay: A landmark ruling for schools A landmark ruling by the supreme court means schools and trusts should look again at their arrangements for casual and part-time workers, explains Joanne Moseley
New exclusions guidance: Practical implications for schools The DfE’s new exclusions guidance represents a substantial change in accountability for leaders and governors, explain two school legal advisers