25/03/2026

  • Part of our Higher Education Team's spring webinar series

    In this webinar, Claire Leonard, Partner at Bevan Brittan, and Katie Fudakowski, Barrister at Old Square Chambers, provided an overview of the proposed changes and consider the implications for Higher Education providers. They discussed practical tips for navigating the new legal framework including when independent investigations may be appropriate, how investigative processes are likely to be scrutinised under the new framework, and what this means for universities seeking to demonstrate compliance.

    Key topics discussed:
    • Overview of the Bill and the new duties
    • Implications for Higher Education providers
    • Governance considerations and ensuring compliance
    • The role of internal and independent investigations under the new framework
    • Questions and discussion

     


    This was the second event in our spring series of higher education webinars.

    Information about the other sessions in the series can be found below: 

    • Wednesday 18 March

    WATCH RECORDING: Getting Ready for the Renters’ Rights Act: Key issues for Higher Education

    • Wednesday 15 April | 12:00 - 13:00

    Freedom of Speech and the right to Protest: Key Considerations for Higher Education


    Our 'Hillsborough Law – Implications for Higher Education Providers and Ensuring Compliance' webinar is aimed at in-house legal teams and professionals across governance, risk management, HR and student services.

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