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Employee social media misconduct: how employers can safeguard their reputation

Settlement agreements are commonly used by employers and employees in the UK to resolve workplace issues and, usually, bring employment to an end on agreed terms. If you have been offered a settlement agreement, it is important to understand your rights and the legal implications before signing.

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Settlement Agreements in England and Wales. Your questions answered!

Settlement Agreements in England and Wales. Your questions answered!

Settlement agreements are commonly used by employers and employees in the UK to resolve workplace issues and, usually, bring employment to an end on agreed terms. If you have been offered a settlement agreement, it is important to understand your rights and the legal implications before signing.

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Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Reforms and Phased Implementation

Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Reforms and Phased Implementation

The Employment Rights Bill has now received Royal Assent and is in force as the Employment Rights Act 2025. This legislation introduces wide-ranging reforms to UK employment law. It represents one of the most significant developments in this area in recent years.

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Are you an employer? You have a new statutory duty to prevent sexual harassment at work. Here is what you have to do.

Are you an employer? You have a new statutory duty to prevent sexual harassment at work. Here is what you have to do.  

Since 26th October 2024, a new statutory duty applies to all employers in the UK. Introduced by the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, the law places a responsibility on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. The duty, supported by guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), marks a shift from reactive processes to proactive compliance. 

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Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures: Your questions answered.

Get in touch with our corporate lawyers in the UK and call us on 0330 107 0106 to arrange a free no no-obligation call or request a free quote. In the workplace, maintaining a fair, transparent, and consistent approach to managing employee conduct and addressing concerns is crucial. This is where disciplinary and grievance procedures come into play. For UK employers, […]

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Right to Work

Can your employee work in the UK?

Civil penalties will rise to £60,000 in February 2024. In the United Kingdom, the Right to Work is a crucial aspect of employment law, ensuring that individuals have the legal authorisation to work in this country. This regulation is not only fundamental for employees seeking opportunities but also imperative for employers to comply with legal […]

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Grounds for director removal in the UK

Directors play a crucial role in the success of a company, but what happens when they fail to meet their responsibilities? In the UK, there are legal grounds for director removal that can be used to protect the company and its stakeholders. This article will provide an overview of the legal process, the grounds for […]

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UK Government Rejects Calls To Make Menopause A Protected Characteristic

The Government has published its response to the Women and Equalities Committee’s Menopause and the workplace report, rejecting several recommendations including the suggestion to make menopause a protected characteristic. The news has been met with disappointment by the Women and Equalities Committee as well as many organisations that support women in the workplace. Writing to the Government, […]

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Letting Your Employees Work From Abroad, Should You Do It?

Concerns about the UK workforce and its rapidly depleting talent pool have been widely reported in the media. Figures from Totaljobs Hiring Trends highlight that over 4.5 million workers in the UK are considering moving abroad, citing factors such as the increasing cost of living and the COVID-19 pandemic as reasons for leaving the UK […]

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