Do ADHD and autism qualify as disabilities under the Equality Act?
What recent case law means for employers When an employee discloses that they have ADHD or autism, many employers may ask the question: Does this amount to a disability under the Equality Act 2010? It’s […]
The Leng arm of the law: what proposed PA changes mean for medical employers
An independent review led by Professor Gillian Leng has proposed major changes to the role of Physician Associates (PAs) within the UK healthcare system. These proposals are likely to have important implications for employment law […]
No small fry: right to work checks – a warning for all employers
A recent case involving a small fish and chip shop in Surrey has highlighted the potentially costly consequences of breaching immigration laws – however unintentionally. In March 2025, Big Fry Fish & Chips was hit […]
Are NDAs still legal? Not for much longer New rules employers must know
Shh! Want to know a something important about non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)? New proposals could soon make it unlawful for employers to use NDAs to prevent employees from speaking out about workplace harassment or discrimination. In […]
Skilled Worker visa changes: key reforms employers need to know
The Government has published its latest Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules, introducing significant amendments that will affect many UK employers who rely on overseas recruitment. These are the first major updates flowing from […]
Employment Rights Bill Implementation Roadmap
Your guide to what’s coming when The Employment Law Bill promises the biggest shake-up of UK employment law in decades. Having recently cleared the Committee Stage, one of the questions we’re hearing most from employers […]
Proposed changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain: What it means for employers
The UK government’s recent immigration White Paper has proposed a significant shift in the settlement pathway for Skilled Workers. If implemented, the qualifying period for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) could double – increasing from […]
Is the Global Talent Visa a strategic alternative to the Skilled Worker route?
With the UK’s 2025 immigration reforms introducing higher salary thresholds, stricter compliance, and tighter restrictions on recruiting from overseas in certain sectors, many employers are increasingly exploring alternative routes to attract top international talent. One […]
Conflict resolution | Is now the hour for mediation?
For some time now, individual mediation has been touted as the next big thing in conflict resolution. Yet, the uptake, particularly for workplace disputes, has been lower than expected. This is surprising given it is […]
Tougher compliance rules for Student Sponsors: what education providers need to know
The UK Government’s new immigration white paper outlines a series of planned reforms aimed at reducing net migration and tightening UK border controls. While much of the attention has focused on the impact to work […]
Immigration white paper – what it means for the care sector
The adult social care sector has long faced significant recruitment challenges, with providers struggling to fill vital roles amid growing demand. These difficulties have been compounded by a series of immigration reforms in 2024 and […]
What the 2025 immigration white paper means for UK employers
Following a week of high-profile news stories, the UK Government has unveiled its Immigration White Paper, titled “Restoring Control over the Immigration System”. It sets out significant reforms that will substantially reshape how employers engage […]
Key changes to the UK Child Student Visa route in spring 2025
The UK government has introduced several significant changes to the Child Student Visa route, effective from April and May 2025. These updates aim to enhance the safeguarding of child students and streamline the visa application […]
Care sector sponsorship update: new rules from 9 April
From 9 April 2025, care sector sponsors in England must follow a new process before sponsoring overseas care workers or senior care workers. The changes aim to prioritise workers already in the UK whose employment […]
Sick pay shake-up | What HR needs to know about enhanced SSP changes
The UK government has announced significant changes to statutory sick pay (SSP) as part of its Plan to Make Work Pay, with the aim of improving workers’ rights and creating a healthier, more productive workforce. […]