This article about protected or ‘without prejudice’ conversations is accompanied by a webinar recording, that you can watch on demand. You will have heard the phrases ‘protected conversation’ or ‘without…
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What is the flexible working bill? In June 2021, the new Flexible Working Bill was introduced to parliament which proposes that all workers have a legal right to flexible working from day one…
From 1 July 2021, new Right to Work checks must take place for businesses in the UK. The departure of the UK from the European Union and the ending of…
Update on the COVID-19 emergency right to work checks In March 2020, the UK Government introduced emergency legislation on how to deal with right to work checks during the pandemic. We reported…
The Government has announced that it is mandating Covid-19 vaccinations for care home staff. Back in April, the Government announced a consultation process in which to seek views on the…
The UK is now starting to see claims at employment tribunal connected to employment disputes arising out of the pandemic. Coronavirus related employment claims can include breach of contract and…
During Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re offering our top tips, including what to do if an employee is struggling with mental health. We have heard a great deal about mental…
Further to the recent webinar “Absence Management: How to manage mental health absences”, which you can now watch on demand, we had many questions raised. The following are our responses…
The matter of refusing to employ job applicants because of not having had the COVID-19 vaccination is a complex area of employment law. Under the Equality Act, it is unlawful to…
On the 3rd March 2021, the Chancellor announced an extension of the coronavirus job retention scheme (furlough) until September 2021. The length of the extension may come as a surprise, especially as the…
