Farrer & Co is proud to share that 10 of our solicitors feature on the 2025 Pro Bono Recognition List. The list recognises solicitors and barristers across England and Wales who…
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Philanthropy and private giving have a long-established role in higher education, and many universities and other Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) can trace their origins back to a foundational gift from
Current themes in major giving Read More »
It is six months since the preventative duty on sexual harassment came into force. To recap, the duty requires employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their
The duty to prevent sexual harassment: six months on Read More »
DEI in the United States The global impact of the Black Lives Matter movement following the murder of George Floyd triggered widespread corporate commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Navigating DEI obligations: a UK employer’s perspective amid global shifts Read More »
Farrer & Co has provided Pro Bono assistance to JUSTICE, in preparing and filing a submission with the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the independence of judges and lawyers, Margaret
Online abuse needs no introduction. Amidst the ever-expanding use of social media, there has been a worrying rise in the abuse levelled at athletes, players, and officials. From the torrent
The Online Safety Act: tackling online abuse in sport Read More »
The law On 26 October 2024, a new duty for employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of workers came into force. Employers in breach of this new
New employer duty: key takeaways for workplace sexual harassment investigations Read More »
Farrer & Co has been shortlisted at the Metro Pride Awards for Business of the Year. This award recognises businesses that support and promote LGBTQ+ initiatives, showing the importance of inclusivity in
Farrer & Co shortlisted at the Metro Pride Awards for Business of the Year Read More »
What is the Curriculum and Assessment Review? The UK Government recently launched the Curriculum and Assessment Review to “review the existing national curriculum and assessment system, including qualification pathways to ensure they
The Government’s Curriculum and Assessment Review: a step towards inclusive education Read More »
Kathleen Heycock, Scott McGrory and James Davies, a current trainee in the team, explore how universities can innovate to widen access for underrepresented groups while navigating Equality Act risks of discrimination. “We will
Reforming access and participation in universities: Equality Act considerations Read More »
