A GROWING FORCE?
Recent coverage in the Law Society Gazette’s article: “”Winning Combinations” highlights the increasing role of trade unions in bringing strategic…
APRIL SHAKE UP
Key Employment Law Changes You Need to Know. April is always a time of rises, as statutory rates go up, but 2025 will see higher rises across more areas…
EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS BILL: PREPARING FOR CHANGE
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) is set to bring significant reforms to UK employment law. Employers should begin…
FREEDOM OF BELIEF IN THE WORKPLACE
The Court of Appeal’s recent ruling in Higgs v Farmor’s School is a significant decision for employers, particularly in the education sector…
LGBT+ HISTORY MONTH: Why Employers Should Take Notice
February marks the start of LGBT+ History Month in the UK, a time dedicated to celebrating the contributions of…
DATA PROTECTION DAY - UNDERSTANDING GDPR
Today, 28 January, marks Data Protection Day, an annual opportunity to reflect on the importance of safeguarding…
NEONATAL CARE LEAVE AND PAY
Neonatal Care Leave and Pay to Take Effect from April 2025. The UK Government has confirmed that the new statutory right to neonatal…
A FINE LINE
As of 20 January 2025, Tribunals will have the power to increase compensation in “fire and rehire” cases by up to 25%. The new powers, related to failing to adhere to…
EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS BILL: Committee Stage Amendments and Next Steps
The Employment Rights Bill has reached an important milestone at the committee stage in the House of Commons, with key amendments reshaping its provisions…
NO DEAL FOR BREXIT BELIEFS: Philosophical Protection Denied
A recent Employment Tribunal decision in Fairbanks v Change Grow Live has clarified that a belief in Brexit—support for the UK’s departure from the European Union—does not constitute a…
EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS BILL: IN DEPTH SERIES – TRADE UNION RIGHTS
The Employment Rights Bill, heralded as a landmark reform for the workplace, is set to bring significant changes to employment law in the UK. While much of the focus has been on…
RIGHTS AT THE RANK Not All Drivers Are on the Same Ride
In recent years, the gig economy has transformed the way services are delivered, from food delivery to ride-hailing apps. However, this shift has sparked significant legal debate about the…
MODERN SLAVERY ACT
Modern Slavery Act: A Call for Reform and What UK Employers Should Expect. The UK's Modern Slavery Act 2015 was a pioneering piece of legislation aimed at tackling the issue of modern slavery, which continues to affect…
UK REAL LIVING WAGE INCREASE
UK Real Living Wage Increases to £12.60 – What Employers Need to Know. This month, the Living Wage Foundation announced an uplift to the UK Real Living Wage, increasing it to £12.60…
EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS BILL: IN DEPTH SERIES - ZERO HOURS CONTRACTS
Employment Rights Bill: In Depth Series – Zero Hours Contracts
The UK government’s newly published Employment Rights…
TIME TO HAVE YOUR SAY
It’s time to have your say on the Employment Rights Bill. We have seen the initial headlines, and there has been much commentary and thought. However, it is time for you to put your thoughts to…
NEW EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS BILL LANDS
The worst kept secret in employment law is out, the Government has now formally announced the publication of the Employment Rights Bill. After setting themselves the target of 100 days...
SUPREME COURT BLOWS FINAL WHISTLE ON REFEREE EMPLOYMENT STATUS
A significant Supreme Court decision has provided clarity on the ever-developing issue of determining employment status...
A TIP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION
Despite the recent change in Government, the changes to the way tips, gratuities, and service charges are handled in the workplace will still come into effect on...
NEXT IN LINE
The recent victory of NEXT employees in their equal pay claim serves as a potent reminder of ongoing battles surrounding pay inequality in the UK. This landmark case underscores the continued relevance of equal pay...