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A new Olympic legacy? BBC coverage, UK employment law & the French connection
The Olympics are set to officially get underway this evening (26/04/2024) with the opening ceremony in Paris, Alex Robinson looks into what the French employment laws, the European Union’s Working Time Directive and the Olympics might mean for the UK.
What does the new Labour government mean for employment law?
With the outcome of the general election being a win for the Labour Party with a significant majority, attention now turns to what the new government plans to do with the mandate it has been given. Dan Chapman, Head of Employment discusses what that means for employment law.
Education: Harassment in schools
There are some upcoming changes to the law around harassment, along with further reform which has been promised by the Labour Party, that will place additional duties and responsibilities on employers. These changes will have a particular impact on the education sector.
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Mental health in the workplace
Given the rising numbers of people suffering from poor mental health, it is more important than ever for employers to be aware of the signs that an employee’s mental health is declining, and to take proactive steps to reduce the chances of their employees developing mental health problems.
Record award of £4.6 million made in discrimination and harassment claim
Former council employee Rachael Wright-Turner was dismissed from her position at the Council of London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham in 2018 after taking sick leave due to suffering PTSD symptoms following the Grenfell Tower fire. The Employment Tribunal has now granted Ms Wright-Turner £4.6 million in compensation for disability discrimination and harassment.
Is your business ready for the new law regarding payment of tips to staff?
On 1 July 2024, the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 comes into force, requiring businesses to allocate and distribute all qualifying tips, gratuities, and service charges to their workers in a fair and transparent way.
Leasehold vs Freehold Properties
When it comes to purchasing a property, one of the crucial decisions you can face is whether to opt for a freehold or leasehold property. Jake Mowatt, Associate in our Residential Property Team discusses the key differences and considerations for choosing between the two types of ownership.
Grandparent’s Rights in Private Child Proceedings
With grandparents often playing a crucial role in a child's life and development, the potential for their relationship to be impacted during a separation or divorce is often overlooked. Solicitor, Ellie Davies discusses what rights grandparents have and what steps they can take.
Cohabiting Couples – Three reasons why you should consider entering into a Cohabitation Agreement
With cohabitation becoming increasingly common in modern relationships, Ellie Davies, Solicitor in our Family Team sets out three reasons why entering into a Cohabitation Agreement is so important for couples choosing to live together.
Cohabiting Couples - Three reasons why you need a Will
Around a quarter of all couples living together in the UK are unmarried. Unfortunately, the law does not recognise the rights of cohabiting couples in the same way as married couples; Wills, Trusts, and Probate Solicitor, Hannah Griffin explains the importance of having a Will.
'Martha’s rule’ to be introduced in NHS hospitals after funding agreed
Following our article last year outlining Health Secretary, Steve Barclay’s, announcement that the Government was committed to introducing ‘Martha’s rule’, we are pleased to learn that it will be introduced in NHS Hospitals from April 2024.
