Education Bulletin:

Spring 2024

Welcome to the Spring Term edition of our Education Bulletin, where we’re discussing legal matters impacting the education sector, as well as providing updates on the latest developments at Doyle Clayton.

This issue includes articles and updates on:

The latest Immigration law changes
Recent legal cases impacting the sector; and
Our latest podcast series, covering a range of topics which impact schools

We hope you find the newsletter beneficial and informative.

Simon Henthorn

Head of Education

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LEGAL UPDATES

Impact of Recent UK Immigration Changes on the Education Sector

The Government has announced significant changes to Immigration rules which will make an impact on the education sector.

Going digital: Transition to eVisas for Biometric Residence Permit holders

The UK's immigration system is going digital. Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) holders need to take action before 31 December 2024 to apply for an eVisa.

INSIGHTS

Gender Questioning Children

The Department for Education published draft guidance for schools and colleges in England on 19 December 2023. Amara Ahmad has summarised the key points and practical guidance for schools and colleges to be aware of.

Sexual Harassment - Time for an Audit?

On 26 October 2024, new legislation will come into force under the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) 2023. Rose Smith outlies what this will mean for schools and actions they can take.

PODCASTS

Education, Health and Care Plans Problems: Possible alternatives to challenging a Local Authority's decision in Tribunal

Fachiema Menjoh and Jonny Robinson discuss the alternatives available for when challenging a Local Authority's decision in Tribunal.

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The exclusion process: Implications on SEN students

Amara Ahmad and Simon Henthorn sat down to discuss the exclusion process, including key considerations and the impact on SEN students.

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Data Subject Access Requests: How Schools should Prepare and Respond

Navigating a Data Subject Access Request as a school can be difficult to manage. Mike Hibberd and Rose Smith discuss how schools should prepare and how they can respond.

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Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act: How to be Day One ready

The new Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act will take effect from 1 August 2024. James Murray and Simon Henthorn discuss how institutions can be prepared, and actions they need to take in order to be ready for 'day one'.

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CONFERENCES

ISBA 2024

We will be exhibiting and presenting at the upcoming ISBA 2024 Annual conference (20-22 May), taking place at the ICC Wales.

Simon Henthorn and Rose Smith will be hosting a session on 'Free speech in schools', presenting to bursars and senior management from independent schools, and will be joined by other members of the team as they speak with delegates at the Doyle Clayton stand.

If you're attending, please come and visit us at stand 174.