My role
I am an associate in the regulatory team primarily advising clients in the health and social care and housing sectors.
My experience
I joined Anthony Collins Solicitors in September 2019 upon qualification. Previously, I trained at an international law firm where I gained experience in regulatory law, property law, commercial contracts and personal injury law. I have experience of advising on all aspects of compliance with health and safety legislation, including in relation to gas safety and fire safety. I also have experience in representing clients through inquests and criminal investigations and proceedings conducted by the police and other regulators (such as the health and safety executive).
‘Lorna Kenyon-Pain – brilliant support, delivered in a understandable way at all levels.’ Legal 500, 2023
My specialisms
- Regulatory investigations and proceedings
- Criminal investigations and proceedings
- Health and safety
- Inquests
My latest insights
Changes to Ofsted’s post-inspection arrangements and complaints handling
Following the tragic death of Ruth Perry, Ofsted commenced a consultation, proposing to change its post-inspection arrangements. Ofsted...
Higher-risk building registration - Don't forget the deadline!
The regulatory team at Anthony Collins has been paying close attention to developments in building safety law, most notably under the...
Consumer standards consultation – a holistic approach to safety?
Late last month, the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) opened the consumer standards consultation. The outcome of the consultation will...
Consultation update: Expansion of Ofsted's powers
We have been closely following the announcements and updates relating to Ofsted’s regulation of supported accommodation for 16 and...
Hand-arm Vibration Syndrome – Have you considered your obligations?
Hand-arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is a serious but preventable disabling condition. Nearly two million people are at risk of developing...
CQC focus on workforce wellbeing
The CQC recently sought responses from providers and professionals working in the health and social care sector on what workforce...
Regulations of AI and digital technology in health and social care
A new website has been launched to support development and use of AI and data-driven technologies in health and social care. The site is...
A warning sign? Health and Safety failures at more than 80% of businesses
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) carried out an inspection programme on the Isle of Wight and found that 84% of businesses inspected...
CCTV and the provision of care - the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman gives its view
Those receiving care and support and their families sometimes choose to install video and audio recording equipment that captures the...
Health and safety in construction: company fined following death of 10-year-old boy
The HSE has noted that every year, two or three children are killed after gaining access to construction sites and many more are injured....
Failure to report sexual abuse to be made Illegal?
Last year, the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA), made a number of recommendations to the Government, urging...
Building and fire safety reform – 6 April, more than just the start of the bank holiday weekend?
Our blog last month advised that the window for registering higher-risk buildings (“HRBs”) was due to open in April 2023, with the...
Expansion of Ofsted's powers - the regulation of accommodation for 16 and 17-year olds
There are nearly 7000 young people living in unregulated settings in the UK. For older looked-after children and care leavers, aged 16...
A warning from the Building Safety Regulator to be ready
The regulator’s Making Buildings Safer campaign aims to highlight the new legal duties that those who own, manage and/or otherwise...
Health and Safety Executive launches Asbestos and You campaign
The campaign’s objective is to remind people working in construction trades to manage the risks associated with asbestos. Every trade...
Making the Mental Health Bill work in practice - a practical reflection by the Joint Committee
93% of people living with learning disabilities or autism in assessment and treatment units are detained under the Mental Health Act 1983...
Care home provider fined after child is crushed by a falling tree
Often the health and safety of staff and those to whom services are delivered are at the forefront of an organisation’s mind. But...
New year, new regulations; the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 are in force
Today (23 January 2023) the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 (the Regulations) come into force. The Regulations, enacting many of...
Burnout: Some thoughts for employers
Jacinda Ardern yesterday announced her resignation citing burnout as the reason for this. Whilst positive in demonstrating the...
Report to Prevent Future Deaths highlights the need for training in housing associations
Last month, Newcastle Upon Tyne Coroner’s Court issued Tyne Housing Association with a Report to Prevent Future deaths, following the...
The CQC issues fixed penalties to University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust for failures around consent
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) issued two fixed penalties to University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust totalling £8,000 for...
My latest articles
Building safety: Transitional arrangements for existing higher-risk buildings
The Government has released several factsheets on the...
The CQC’s transitional monitoring approach – Requires improvement?
The CQC will conduct reviews on a monthly basis of all of...
Prioritising building safety: The Fire Safety Act 2021
The Fire Safety Act received Royal Assent on 29 April 2021....