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The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Wearing of Face Coverings on Public Transport) (England) Regulations 2020

July 21, 2020 · by · in Coronavirus Act,, Health,, Public Health, · Leave a comment

These Regulations came into force on the 14th June. Note the key definitions: “face covering” means a covering of any type which covers a person’s nose and mouth;  “Public transport service” means any service for the carriage of passengers from place to place which is available to the general public (whether or not for payment, […]

KINGS CHAMBERS BARRISTER HELPS LOCAL AUTHORITY WITH THEIR PANDEMIC RESPONSE

June 15, 2020 · by · in Government Guidance,, Health,, Local Authorities, Planning, Public Health, · Leave a comment

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council last week published its COVID19 planning response detailing steps taken to encourage economic recovery and respond to developers’ needs. Sefton’s pro-active approach has already received praise, with the ‘Have We Got Planning News for You’ webcast naming Sefton ‘Champion of the Week’ for the Council’s positive approach to tackling COVID19-related planning […]

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: THE BASIC LEGAL PRINCIPLES AND IMPORTANT GOVERNMENT GUIDANCE

April 2, 2020 · by · in Government Guidance,, Health,, Key Worker · Leave a comment

The term “PPE” has become one of general comment and concern. Here our newest recruit at Kings Jasmine Chan explains the Regulations, the duties owed and the government guidance in relation to PPE and coronavirus.   PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)  is equipment that protects its wearer against health or safety risks at work. It can […]