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…
What should be included in an employment contract?
An employment contract is a written agreement between an employer and an employee, outlining the roles and responsibilities that exist within the working relationship. In its most basic form, it will cover the employment conditions,…
Revisiting the IR35 legislation changes following the one-year grace period for firms
April 2022 marked the end of the one-year grace period to the ‘off-payroll working rules’ that were included within the IR35 legislation change. The soft-landing period was to allow contractors and firms to prepare for…
What is constructive dismissal?
Constructive dismissal is the legal term that applies when a serious breach of contract has been committed by an employer, which in turn leads an employee to feel they have no choice but to resign…
Hybrid Working – Issues Employers Need to Consider
Due to the relaxing of Covid restrictions, employees in Wales are now allowed to head back into the office full-time. However, the reality remains that many are slow to do so, with many employers still…
Working from home: the legal requirements
During 2020, the world witnessed a historic shift in the way most desk-based, office located work has been done. The swift, unforeseen arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic meant that businesses had to respond rapidly, and…
Settlement Agreement – do I have to sign one?
If your employer has asked you to sign a settlement agreement when leaving the company, it’s usually accompanied by a financial offer. Accepting the agreement means you will be restricted from making a future claim…
From Furlough to Redundancy – What Process Should Welsh Employers Follow?
The Government’s Furlough Scheme has now been extended to September 2021, enabling employers to continue to reduce their costs while their businesses either cannot operate or cannot operate at full capacity. While we have seen…