A short roundup for schools and academies on legal and other developments:
What activities can schools and academies charge for?
In light of recent media attention, our article seeks to provide clarity as to when charges can be made.
Holiday pay affecting schools
Two recent changes relating to treatment of holiday pay are important for schools and academies to note.
Education and Adoption Bill Update
We analyse the Bill's progress through the House of Lords and considers the prospects of some interesting changes.
Diplomatic Community
Guidance to schools on balancing community relationships when expansion and development is opposed.
DfE extends remit of intervention for coasting schools
A summary of the new termination provisions the DfE has added to its academy funding agreements.
Wrigleys Education team are delighted to be speaking and exhibiting at this year's Educated Yorkshire Conference to be held at The David Hockney Building Bradford College on 12th November.
Educated Yorkshire is a FREE conference for Head Teachers and Senior Leaders of Schools/Colleges/Educational Establishments across the whole of Yorkshire. Focussing on current, fresh "action-based" content, Educated Yorkshire will attract up to 500 delegates and around 60 exhibitors. Run throughout the entire day, there will be over 15 events for you to choose from.

We look forward to seeing you in Bradford; do come and introduce yourself. We will be taking part in the following ways:

• Hosting a seminar on The Lifecycle of Academy Conversion - A lively interactive session aimed at schools who have already converted to an academy and those who are considering conversion.

• Legal 121 with Wrigleys - Book a free and confidential 121 with one of our lawyers to discuss any education related legal topic.

• An exhibition stand hosted by representatives of our experienced legal team - come and see us at stand number 25.