The UK employment landscape is poised for a seismic shift. As a trainee solicitor specialising in employment law, I’ve been closely following the developments surrounding the proposed ban on zero-hours contracts, as outlined in the recent Employment Rights Bill. This landmark legislation, if passed, will fundamentally alter the way many businesses operate and how millions […]
The UK employment landscape is on the cusp of a major transformation with the introduction of the Employment Rights Bill. Heralded as the most significant upgrade to workers’ rights in a generation, this bill brings a raft of changes aimed at improving job security, enhancing family-friendly provisions, and promoting flexible working. Let’s delve into the key […]
The UK general election is over and there is a new government in town, and they have proposed significant changes to look out for regarding employment law. Their comprehensive agenda aims to simplify employment status, extend worker rights, ban zero-hour contracts, and bolster protections against redundancy and unfair dismissal. Here’s a closer look at the […]
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Bill received Royal Assent on 20th July 2023, bringing in a number of changes to the current rules around statutory flexible working requests. These changes are designed to make it easier for employees to request flexible working arrangements and to give them more control over their work-life balance. They are also expected […]
The Scale-up visa route allows high-growth businesses to sponsor workers in the UK for highly skilled roles. This route offers fast-growing organisations an easier and more business-friendly way to recruit highly talented migrants. This article provides an overview and guidance on the Scale-up visa route for UK businesses and overseas workers. What is the Scale-up […]
When it comes to saving time and money, nothing beats a pre-emptive strike when it comes to avoiding employee disputes. Having strong, solid policies in place right from the start of an employment agreement can save you a mountain of trouble in the long-term. Why is this? Because ultimately, human beings are complex, irrational creatures, […]
COVID-19 is having a devastating impact on all businesses and in particular, you, the employer. We understand how you will be faced with the problem of trying to keep key staff whilst being worried about cash flow to pay them or pay rent monies to the landlord and so on. What can you do? Do […]
The Pension Act 2008 is the Governments way of telling the people of the United Kingdom that we are not saving enough. Millions of people don’t save for retirement because a significant portion of the UK has low financial literacy and little understanding of the pension system. This often affects those on the lower end […]
Employees who have been hindered from bringing a claim against their employer in the Employment Tribunal because they cannot afford the fees were handed an absolute victory in July this year, when the Supreme Court in R (on the application of UNISON) v Lord Chancellor[1] ruled the fees unlawful. The finding is a salutary reminder […]
