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We publish a number of informative and topical newsletters based around our service and business areas. It is important to us that we continually share ideas, information and best practice with our clients and contacts so everyone can benefit from news on new law, comment on topical events, and information on upcoming issues which will have a bearing on you and your business activities.
The content of these publications is for general information only and does not constitute advice on any specific matter. While every effort has been made to ensure the content of these publications is accurate and up to date, no representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to their accuracy or completeness and they are not a substitute for legal advice. You should seek specific legal advice on any particular matter which is relevant to you. We will not be liable for any losses arising out of any reliance placed on any content of these publications by you, or any person informed of the contents.
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excellence in education - becoming an academy 2012
The Academies Act 2010 allows maintained schools to convert to academies. On conversion, a school severs its relationship with its local authority and becomes an independent publicly funded organisation.
governance flyer
A requirement for independent annual audits of local authority accounts is thoroughly embedded in legislation and the culture of local government. The government’s planned changes to the Audit Commission will increase council autonomy in making arrangements for the statutory external audit.
social enterprise flyer
Social Enterprise is a phrase used to describe one of the alternative delivery structures for the provision of public services. There is a long history within the UK (much longer than the history of provision by governmental entities in some cases) of service provision by charities, not-for-profit organisations which are not registered charities, industrial and provident societies, community interest companies and unincorporated associations. The essence of a Social Enterprise is that its surpluses are principally invested to achieve the social objectives which underpin the enterprise.
