As we approach the end of 2023, businesses are gearing up for the challenges and opportunities that the new year will bring. 2024 promises to be a significant year for workplaces, marked by a series…
Settlement Agreement – do I have to sign one?
If your employer has asked you to sign a settlement agreement when leaving the organisation, it’s usually accompanied by a financial offer. Accepting the agreement means you will be restricted from making a future claim…
Championing workplace equality: two landmark cases of menopause discrimination
Menopause is a natural phase of life that affects all women, but unfortunately, it often remains a misunderstood and under-addressed issue in the workplace. In this article, we look at two recent cases that highlight…
Tribunal rules in favour of journalist unwilling to use work app on personal mobile
A recent employment tribunal ruling has highlighted the need to consider employees’ rights to disconnect; the degree to which work-related technology intrudes into the personal lives of employees. Background to the case Alsnih v Al…
Employment tribunals: what are they?
Tribunals are specialist judicial bodies which decide the outcome of disputes in a specific area of law. Most UK tribunal jurisdictions are part of a structure created by the Courts and Enforcement Act 2007. They…
What happens if I break a settlement agreement?
If you are leaving your employment or are in dispute with your employer, you may have been offered a settlement agreement. Settlement agreements differ depending on the type of employment, but the basis of the…
Assistant Solicitor, Sylwia Zaczek, joins ELA Junior Committee
We are delighted to announce that one of our most recently qualified solicitors, Sylwia Zaczek, has just been selected as a member of the Employment Law Association (ELA) Junior Committee. The Employment Lawyers Association (ELA)…
What are the new UK Government ‘anti-strike’ laws?
While the UK is being impacted by widespread strike action from rail workers, postal workers, teachers, nurses and other NHS staff over issues regarding pay and conditions, the Government is pressing ahead with new legislation…
What does the Brexit Freedom Bill mean for UK employment rights?
With all the turmoil that has been occurring at the head of UK government over recent months, the future direction of specific Brexit-related employment law changes have largely gone under the radar, with the ultimate…
New UK Government guidance on employment law – including the gig economy
New government guidance has been introduced aimed at clarifying employment status for workers and businesses. This new guidance is intended to be a one-stop-shop for employees and employers to help them understand which employment rights…