These Employment Law articles have been written to provide you with the latest new, updated, and amended laws; we also provide interpretation and suggested implementation of the employment law.
2024 has been a busy year. From multi-million-pound discrimination awards to contentious cases around “fire and rehire,” the year has brought some headline-grabbing developments. For employers, these cases aren’t just fascinating – they’re a series of ‘how-tos’ when it comes to avoiding the same mistakes in your organisation. In this article, we break down the … Read more
Fixed term contracts can be a really helpful way to bring people into your business when you need extra hands for a specific reason. They give flexibility, help manage costs, and make it easier to plan ahead. But they do come with rules, and if those rules are missed, things can get tricky. Especially due … Read more
Following the CIPD campaign #Flexfrom1st, on 5th December 2022, the government announced its intention to make requesting to work flexibly a day one right.
Calculating the holiday pay an employee receives should, in theory, be relatively straightforward, however a number of tribunal decisions since 2014 means employers should also be considering additional factors such as overtime and commission payments
In Finn v The British Bung Manufacturing Company, the claimant was found to be a victim of sex related harassment after being called ‘bald’ by a colleague
What happens when the Christmas party reaches the Employment Tribunal? Find out in our HR Talk with Consultant Employment Solicitor Tim Davies
With a new Labour government taking the helm last year and the Employment Rights Bill making some big headlines, it’s no surprise that 2025 case law has been another busy one. And, it’s kept employers and HR teams firmly on their toes. From whistleblowing to so-called ‘flirty banter’, we’ve rounded up some of the most … Read more
The best way to avoid a social media nightmare at your workplace is to have a well-written social media policy which clearly outlines what is and isn’t acceptable and what the consequences of any policy breach will be.
The introduction of Neonatal Care Leave and Pay, as well as increases to SSP, NLM and other family related pay.
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