Legal and Taxation

Employment law changes constantly, making it a challenge for employers to stay updated and make the necessary preparations in advance. The upcoming year, 2024, is no exception, as a wave of legal updates is poised to reshape the employment landscape.

Considering the David Walliams data breach case, what insights can be gleaned regarding the legal dimensions of private workplace conversations?

The disruption to normal working life over the last few years has reinforced the critical role HR plays in managing a business' reputation – and, as recent media stories aptly demonstrate, it is the "people" news which can often attract widespread public attention.

Indian seafarers hired to replace sacked P&O Ferries crews are being paid just 2.38 US dollars (£1.81) an hour, according to the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers.

Questions have been raised questions about Ikea's decision to cut sick pay for employees who have not been vaccinated against Covid and need to self isolate.

Self-employment, or freelancing, has been a cornerstone of the British economy for years. It has provided millions of businesses and people with flexibility, and been instrumental in ensuring that the British economy is one of the largest and most dynamic in the world.

Only one in five employees are aware of support at work for problems caused by the menopause.

A recent survey has revealed that 60% of the UK workforce wouldn’t feel comfortable skipping isolation even if they were legally exempt.

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As England emerges from another lockdown and Christmas approaches, the impact of the pandemic remains prevalent and will continue into 2021. Many employers are facing challenging decisions as they plan workforce requirements now and going into next year.