Why reading employment tribunal judgements matters
A tip for HR Professionals…Read Employment Tribunal judgements! Finding an hour a week to read an employment tribunal judgement can provide you with more clarity and confidence in the work you are doing in your […]
Understanding the 2023 DOCAS regulations for public sector employers
On 9 May 2024, the government brought into force the Trade Union (Deduction of Union Subscriptions from Wages in the Public Sector) regulations. Commonly known as ‘DOCAS’, these regulations govern how employers can recoup the […]
Protecting Employee Mental Health Through the Right to Disconnect
According to research by CIPD, 40% of people admit to checking their work emails at least five times a day outside of working hours, with almost a third saying remote access to work means they […]
Understanding dual discrimination in UK employment law
Learn about dual discrimination in UK employment law, its implications for employers, and how to navigate discrimination concerns.
Understanding paternity rights | A guide for employers
It is a common misconception that a parent who has not given birth or is not the primary adopter is only entitled to paternity leave. There are various other types of leave and employment rights […]
Supporting employees who give birth prematurely
Welcoming a new baby into the world is an exciting time for any family, but it can also be an incredibly challenging and emotional experience when the baby is born prematurely. For working parents, balancing […]
Changes to UK immigration rules | What employers must know
Following the recent statement of changes to the UK immigration rules, ESP Law’s immigration specialist solicitor, Charlotte Ashton, sums up the latest, key updates… International Sportsperson Visa A new visa replaces the Tier 2 and […]
Navigating work-related stress | Strategies for employers
Stress has become a significant contributor to mental health issues in the UK workplace. In 2023/24, stress, depression, and anxiety accounted for nearly half (46%) of all work-related ill-health cases, leading to the loss of […]
Changes to flexible working rights | A summary for employers
Starting April 6, 2024, employees will have enhanced rights when it comes to flexible working arrangements. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming changes and how they may affect your business. Right to […]
Newsflash – Changes to immigration rules
The Government has laid the Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules, setting out the wide-ranging amendments which will take effect from 4 April 2024. The main changes had been announced in late 2023, leading […]
Enhanced paternity leave | Recent changes for greater flexibility
As a result of the Government’s Good Work Plan: Proposals for Families, legislation allowing fathers or partners to split their statutory paternity leave into two blocks has been enacted this month. The Paternity Leave (Amendment) […]
Carer’s Leave – A new right from 6 April
The eagerly awaited Carer’s Leave Regulations are set to take effect on 6 April, 2024, introducing significant milestone in employee rights. In summary, the regulation permits employees to take up to one week’s unpaid leave […]
UK immigration developments for 2024
In our previous blog, we explored some of the UK immigration changes that occurred in 2023 such as Reforms to Student Visas and Increased Visa Fees. In this blog, we’re picking up where we left […]
ESP Solicitors Limited unveiled as the new identity for Cater Leydon Millard Limited, part of the esphr group of companies
Building on the successful merger of ESP Law Ltd and Cater Leydon Millard Ltd, and to further align with esphr from WorkNest’s brand identity, we’re pleased to introduce the new name for this legal entity […]
Employing apprentices: Legal insights for employers
This week is National Apprenticeship Week – an initiative that will run from 5-11th February, to celebrate the value, benefit and opportunity that apprenticeships bring to both organisations and the individuals themselves. In the current […]