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Employment Rights U-Turn Sets a New Approach to Early Dismissals

The government has issued a major update on the Employment Rights Bill, marking a clear U-turn from its earlier commitment to introduce day one unfair dismissal rights.

Pregnant Employees & Redundancy | What Every Employer Needs to Know

Navigating redundancy is never easy for any employer, and when you have pregnant employees in the mix, it can feel even more daunting. With the right approach, you can handle these situations fairly, legally, and with empathy.

Employment Rights Bill - “House of Lords vs House of Commons | The Tug-of-War Over Workers’ Rights

The eagerly awaited Employment Rights Bill has hit another set back during its final stages. What now for Day 1 unfair dismissal, guaranteed hours for casual workers, automatic ability to join a union and plans for the threshold required for industrial action?

Menopause at Work | Balancing Legal Duties and Employee Wellbeing

With World Menopause Day 2025 approaching, now is the perfect time to consider how your organisation can support colleagues experiencing menopause or perimenopause, not only to comply with employment law but to support your culture of care and inclusion.

TUPE Transfer Liability | What the ABC v Huntercombe case means for Employers and Workers

The TUPE Regulations 2006 protect employees when a business or service changes hands and also determines which liability is transferred to the new employer, which can be complicated.

Reasonable Adjustments | A Guide to what is "Reasonable"

In recent years, creating an inclusive and accessible workplace has not just been a legal requirement—it is a commitment to fostering a diverse, supportive and productive environment for all employees. In competitive markets, becoming the employer of choice has never been more relevant - one major step towards this is ensuring your business meets the needs of your workforce by implementing reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities or other specific needs.