SPOTLIGHT

A zero sum game?

The number of SEND tribunal cases is rising and the proportion of appeals ‘lost’ by local authorities is at a record high. Lottie Winson talks to education lawyers to understand the reasons why, and sets out the results of Local Government Lawyer’s exclusive survey.

NHS England appoints consultancy to advise on creation of National Legal Services system

NHS England has appointed Deloitte to a £562,500 contract to undertake the detailed design and launch of its proposed National Legal Services system and provide system support.

The contract started on 25 March 2024 and runs until 25 March 2026.

Deloitte was appointed via a call-off from a framework agreement.

Health Service Journal reported last September that NHS England is “looking to scale back spending on legal advice by rationalising the way local organisations procure and use services”.