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Introduction to Employment law

Employment rights and duties of both employees and employers are protected by law. It is important to know what to do if a dispute arises. The following links provide access to some general employment advice sites: www.acas.co.uk www.hse.gov.uk

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Changes to the flexible working regime
Flexible working continues to occupy headlines in the UK and is a key feature of the modern professional landscape. Fuelled by technological advances, the pandemic and shifting societal norms, the desire for flexible working is rising and we are seeing this in the increased number of flexible working requests our clients are receiving under the […]
Whistleblowing in the UK: A Summary
UK law has granted protection for those who raise concerns of potential wrongdoing in the workplace (whistleblowers) since 1999 through the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998.
A game changer in the treatment of bullying?
The way in which we treat bullying at work has changed significantly this year. No more so than in law firms where surveys have shown it to be a real issue.
Whistleblowing protection as a key consideration of investigations best practice
Many internal investigations begin when an individual blows the whistle on suspected malpractice or wrongdoing in the workplace. A huge range of issues can be raised by whistle-blowers, and how the whistle-blower’s own rights are dealt with is a crucial consideration when scoping an investigation. To mark World Whistle-blowers’ Day on 23 June, Emmanuelle Ries […]
The four-day week: handling requests
The jury is still out on whether the four-day week will remain the exception rather than the rule in future. In February, we learned that the majority of UK companies that took part in a six-month pilot in 2022 (offering employees a shorter working week on full pay for the same level of productivity) voted […]
Company investigations: Common traps and how to avoid them
Company investigations are often fraught with issues and there is much to consider. Those in charge are commonly afforded very little time before having to proceed. It therefore pays to be aware of some of the potential pitfalls at the outset.
How should employers respond to complaints of bullying in the workplace?
There is currently no specific legislation in the UK that defines bullying, or provides a comprehensive framework for addressing it. This issue has come into particular focus following the resignation of Dominic Raab, who criticised the inquiry into his behaviours as setting the threshold for bullying “so low” he said it created a dangerous precedent.
Government plans to limit non-competes – radical change?
On 10 May 2023, the Department for Business and Trade published a policy paper entitled, “Smarter Regulation to Grow the Economy” announcing, among other things, the Government’s intention to limit the period of non-compete provisions in employment contracts to three months. Two days later, the Government issued its response to the consultation it had launched in […]
The senior managers certification regime (SMCR) – fitness and propriety
Under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (“SMCR”), which was introduced by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) to seek to remedy perceived industry wide failings following the 2008 financial crash, regulated staff must meet certain standards of fitness and propriety and will be personally accountable to the FCA for any failure to do so. Firms […]
Law firms and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace
Despite various regulatory changes, firms can do more to prevent sexual harassment Sexual harassment in the workplace has attracted growing concern globally over the past five years. The House of Commons Women and Equalities Select Committee (WESC) inquiry in July 2018 triggered a parliamentary debate around the need for stricter duties for employers to […]

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