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Invasive plants are not simply a grounds maintenance issue. They are a compliance challenge and a potential threat to property value. Understanding the legal framework, identifying risks early and working with qualified specialists are the most effective ways to protect your sites and avoid enforcement action.

In this update, we outline the Government’s latest consultations under its “Make Work Pay” programme, including proposed reforms to zero-hours contracts, and highlight opportunities to provide feedback on areas such as flexible working, NDAs, carers’ rights and time off for public duties. We also cover recent developments in data protection complaint rights and the introduction of fit note reform pilots, reflecting a wider focus on fairness, flexibility and wellbeing at work.

When temperatures reach unusually high levels across the UK, many businesses will be focused on keeping staff comfortable and maintaining normal operations. However, prolonged periods of extreme heat can also lead to a range of insurance-related issues that are often overlooked until a loss occurs.