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Confidentiality and NDAs: New Guidance Ahead of Restrictions Coming into Force in October

From 1 October 2025, new restrictions on the use of confidentiality clauses will come into force in England and Wales.

Do Liabilities Towards a Third Party Transfer in a TUPE Transfer?

A recent High Court case has considered whether an employer’s vicarious liability transferred under TUPE.

The UK’s Immigration White Paper and What it Means for Employers

The UK Government’s Immigration White Paper, unveiled this month, will have major consequences for employers in all sectors of the UK economy.

UK Government’s Call for Evidence: Equal Pay and Pay Transparency

We review the equal pay enforcement and pay transparency aspects of the UK Government’s latest call for evidence.

The Employer’s Part in ‘Get Britain Working’

As part of it’s broader manifesto agenda, the Government has promised to ‘Get Britain Working’, with particular focus being given to reducing the number of individuals who are “economically inactive”, particularly due to ill health.

Employment Rights Bill: Will the Establishment of the Fair Work Agency Lead to a Fundamental Shift i

We set out the Employment Rights Bill's proposed changes to enforcement and consider if they will lead to a fundamental shift in the way employment rights are enforced.

Employment Rights Bill: What Employers Need to Know About the Proposed Changes to Collective Redunda

We examine the Government's proposed changes to the collective redundancy consultation framework and the significant impact this could have for employers.

Employment Rights Bill: The Latest Developments

There has been a recent flurry of activity on the Employment Rights Bill, which will now make its way through the House of Lords.

Brierley & Others v Asda Stores Ltd

Equal pay and 'work of equal value' is a highly current and topical area - we look at the latest judgement in this area of UK law.

It Ends With Us(eful) reminders about privilege and disclosure

How confidential are your communications, especially with third party advisors? We explain the meaning of legal privilege and disclosure.

Cross-border legal perspectives: comparing the UK and Germany’s approaches to ‘the right to switch o

We explore the UK Government’s proposal to introduce a new ‘right to switch off’ with the current position in Germany.

Higgs v Farmor’s School

We look at the growing body of case law that examines the complex issue of balancing employees’ freedom to express potentially controversial beliefs alongside the rights of other employees and the business’ interests.

International Women’s Day – Accelerate Action: advancing women in leadership

This year’s campaign theme, 'Accelerate Action', poses the challenge of how to drive meaningful change for women, and in particular, women in leadership.

New rights to neonatal care leave and pay come into effect from 6 April 2025

The Government has confirmed that new rights to statutory neonatal care leave (SNCL) and pay (SNCP) will come into effect from 6 April 2025.

Trump rolls back DEI in the US – should UK employers change course?

President Trump signed multiple executive orders that address diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and policies. What does this mean for UK and global employers?

Sponsor guidance changes employers should be aware of

We summarise the most significant changes to the UK Government's guidance for employers sponsoring migrant workers.

What to expect from the new Data (Use and Access) Bill

With the new Data (Use and Access) Bill making its way through the parliamentary process and expected to be passed in the first half of 2025, we outline the key changes employers should be aware of.

Can you force your employees to return to the office?

With the January news cycle buzzing with articles about companies cracking down on attendance in the office, we explore the do's and don'ts for employers looking to enforce return to office mandates.

How can you support employees experiencing domestic violence?

We explore the recent developments on domestic abuse leave from an international and UK-based perspective, and provide some tips on how employers can identify and support employees experiencing domestic abuse.

Trump rolls back DEI in the US - should UK employers change course?

Almost immediately after being sworn into office, President Trump sprung into action and signed multiple executive orders that negatively impact DEI practices in the US. But what does this mean for UK and global employers?

Immigration update: the UK's new eVisa

As we approach the 31 December deadline for the transformation of UK immigration status documents from passport stamps and physical documents to the new eVisa, we provide a simple guide for employers who may be affected by the digitalisation of UK immigration.

UK Government seeks to extend Tribunal claim limitation periods from 3 to 6 months

It is clear that the Government hopes this change will decrease the number of claims by encouraging settlement. However, in our experience it seems much more likely that there will be an increase in the overall number of claims, particularly given the expansion of employment rights elsewhere in the

Looking ahead to 2025 – a new era of employment law

As 2024 comes to an end, we reflect on the year's developments and turn our attention to the significant employment law changes that await employers in 2025 and beyond.

Cross-border legal perspectives: comparing the UK and France's approaches to unfair dismissal

Probation and dismissals in early employment by Josephine Rendall-Neal and Marine Koenig.

“Should we be concerned about our candidates and employees using AI against us?”

In this ever-changing world, it is going to become increasingly important for HR teams and managers to be able to spot AI generated content.

Autumn Budget 2024: Key points for employers

On 30 October 2024, the UK Government set out the Autumn Budget with changes to the minimum wage, employer National Insurance Contributions, and the taxation of umbrella companies. 

Black History Month 2024: reclaiming narratives

This Black History month, we reflect on the persisting legacy of Rosa Parks and her undeniable impact on the fight for equality.

Menopause awareness in the workplace

In light of World Menopause Day 2024, we explore the developments and updates that have been made in the space this year.

The Employment Rights Bill - phase one of employment law reform

We summarise some of the key headlines for employers, including likely timings, what’s in the Bill and what’s not.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and equal pay: what the hit Netflix show tells us about

We explore the concept of "work of equal value" and how employers with employees in the EU can prepare for the implementation of the Pay Transparency Directive.