Category: Employment

Heather Love Mar 2023

IWD: The law profession’s chance to grow with “equity”

It’s International Women’s Day and this year’s theme is all about embracing “equity” - a term that is about bringing together inclusion and belonging. As a traditionally male-dominated sector, how can law firms use equity to address the balance and grow?

Keith Potter Feb 2023

Firing and Re-Hiring – Consultation Document

What is draft Code of Practice?

The government has published for consultation a draft Code of Practice, prepared by ACAS, relating to the circumstances in which an employer contemplates dismissing employees and offering to re-engage them (or new replacement employees) on different contractual terms. This practice has occurred in cases in which an employer has wanted to change the existing terms and conditions of employees (often to save costs or to bring about greater flexibility in working practices) and has believed that it will not be able to obtain agreement to the desired changes, or will not be able to do so within an acceptable time scale.

Richard Clapham Nov 2022

Autumn Statement: At a Glance

Jeremy Hunt, has delivered his first Autumn Statement speech as Chancellor of the Exchequer. It was a highly-anticipated speech that was forecast to announce a range of tax increases that would tighten the belt of the country’s finances.

Heather Love Oct 2022

BeReal - employees need to be on their guard

Despite ongoing efforts, data breaches are still far too common, particularly as the world becomes geared up towards digital alternatives - and social media is constantly under the spotlight. As large pools of people rush to put sensitive information online, can we really say we're doing all we can to protect ourselves and what are social platforms doing to help?

Richard Clapham Sep 2022

Today’s mini-budget summary

The Chancellor’s mini-budget statement has been highly anticipated as people await to see how Kwasi Kwarteng’s first-ever budget speech will help ease the burden of the cost of living crisis.

Keith Potter Jul 2022

Part Time Workers and Holiday Pay

A decision of the Supreme Court issued on 20 July 2022 has attracted a lot of publicity.

David Seals Jun 2022

Have you had your working from home request refused?

According to a study from the Trade Union Congress (TUC) many workplaces are now viewing remote or hybrid working as permanent fixtures. While homeworking is not a given if requested, employers should give a good reason if they refuse it.

David Seals Jun 2022

Menopause discrimination cases are on the rise - it’s time to act

Employment tribunals involving menopause increased by 44% in 2021, as women claim their employers are not taking reasonable enough measures to support them. Now is the time for employers to act and start implementing guidance for women, but also raise awareness in the workplace in general.

Heather Love May 2022

It's time for a culture change this mental health week

From 9th - 15th May it is Mental Health Week, so there's never been a better time to think about the wellbeing of others. With 1 in 4 people experiencing a mental health problem each year in England, it's important that discussions continue to open up - especially when it comes to tackling issues relating to mental health at work.