Coronavirus Q&A for employers
Our general Q&A was written on 18 March 2020 and last updated on 6 January 2021. It covers the most regular questions our employment law team are being asked about Coronavirus such as issues relating to; self-isolation, […]
What to do when you receive an Employment Tribunal claim
Employment Tribunal (ET) claims are increasing and the economic effects of the COVID pandemic are likely to mean many employers receive more against them, or perhaps it is the first time it has happened. Our […]
Menopause – we need to talk
Although the menopause affects more than half the population, and most people are aware of the more well publicised symptoms – such as hot flushes – it is not discussed as openly as it perhaps should […]
What to expect from Brexit and the new Points Based Immigration system
The Brexit transition period ends on 31 December 2020 and, whilst employers have had all their attention on the Coronavirus crisis, there are employment implications as a result of the end of free movement provisions. […]
Employers must prioritise Employee Relations as part of Covid-19 recovery
Organisations that fail to recognise the importance of Employee Relations (ER), could create much deeper workforce issues for themselves – far beyond the coronavirus crisis – warns a senior employment solicitor. During the pandemic, Charlotte […]
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme extended to 30 April 2021
The Chancellor has today further extended the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (the furlough scheme) to 30 April 2021, stating that businesses need certainty. The eligibility criteria for the scheme remain the same and the government […]
A year in review: Employment law in 2020
What a year it has been! With so much to discuss following 12 months of uncertainty and some of the most challenging moments of many of our lifetimes, we tasked our senior solicitor, Rafia Ahmad, […]
Updating procedures when navigating a global crisis
A level of certainty within the workplace can help to reduce stress, increase employee compliance and avoid disputes. So how can employers address the unpredictability that continues to arise, as a result of Covid-19? Jayne […]
Acas Early Conciliation rule changes
The ‘Employment Tribunals (Early Conciliation: Exemptions and Rules of Procedure) Regulations 2014 (SI 2014/254)’ have been amended. Thus far, the time for the early conciliation period (“EC”) has been one month with an extension allowed of another […]
Government updates ‘Working safely during coronavirus’ guidance
In preparation for the tiered system which will come into play this week, the Government has updated its guidance on working safely during the pandemic. A total of 14 different guides have been published relating […]
10 things to look for in ER software
With businesses – irrespective of their organisational culture – now talking about employee relations (ER) more than ever before, it’s an important time to think about the role of ER technology, and the part it […]
Mental health – the impact of COVID-19
With the introduction of the UK shutdown in March 2020 and the more recent restrictions imposed in November 2020, the effects are being felt by employers when it comes to the mental health of their […]
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – Strict deadlines for making claims
Government guidance was updated yesterday to set out examples of where employers may have a “reasonable excuse” for submitting Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) claims outside of the deadline. Click here to read the guidance. The claims […]
Can there ever be a happy marriage between HR teams and their employment law advisors?
Pete Byrne, our founder and CEO, delves into the traditional relationship between HR departments and employment law teams – and what the missing ‘spark’ could be to ensure true wedded bliss. The current climate has shone […]
Extended Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Update on 13 November 2020 – Amendment to government published guidance. Guidance published earlier this week by the government in relation to the extended Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) alluded to a change in the rules in […]