UK
Dixcart UK
Welcome to our February employment law updates covering issues such as: the EHRC's guidance on menopause in the workplace under the Equality Act...
Herrington Carmichael
Having been dismissed due to allegations of ‘repeated inappropriate conduct', a scientist at AstraZeneca, Dr James Muir...
WTW
To mark World Cancer Day (4 February) we hosted a webcast focused on reducing the impact of cancer in the workplace, the toll it takes on employee wellbeing and the associated organizational costs.
Walker Morris
Unlike the European Union, where approval of an AI Act is in the final stages, the UK favours a "wait and see" approach.
Herbert Smith Freehills
In welcome news for employers, the EAT has ruled in Sullivan v Isle of White Council that external job applicants cannot bring a whistleblowing detriment claim against a prospective employer...
WTW
The future of employee benefits revolves around creating business value, managing costs effectively, and embracing technological advancements.
Gorvins Solicitors
Welcoming new employees into your organisation is not just a formality; it's a crucial step in ensuring both their success and the overall success of your business.
Osborne Clarke
The UK has earned a reputation for being a nation of dog lovers and there are now around 13 million dogs living in households across the UK.
Walker Morris
The Building Safety Act creates a more stringent regulatory framework for the built environment led by the Building Safety Regulator.
Dixcart UK
Welcome back to another year of invaluable insights and updates in the dynamic world of employment law. This month, discover the upcoming changes and trends that will shape employment law in the early...
Higgs LLP
Clare Langford, a partner in our medical negligence team, secured £20,000 in compensation for the family of a young male following the failure to detain him under the Mental Health Act...
Gerald Edelman
Our HR Partner Mentor have shared some insight into some key trends that may have impacted your business this year and is likely to continue into 2024.
Osborne Clarke
Our Knowledge Lawyers have picked out particular legal developments affecting business, as certain already legislated-for regulatory changes and rules come into effect, new legislation passes...
Herbert Smith Freehills
A number of months have passed since the issues surrounding the use of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) were brought into sharp focus, with hundreds of public...
Wright Hassall
It is also not a secret that companies that prioritise and invest in their employees' well-being and development achieve a competitive advantage in comparison...
Herrington Carmichael
A recent decision by the Employment Tribunal has received media attention when Miss Crawford, a police officer, was subject to direct...
Weightmans
As we get into the peak of the winter period, it is important that all employers understand their health and safety obligations in relation to the temperature of their workplace and keeping people...
Dixcart UK
This month we have a plethora of publications and information for you.
European Union
WTW
In the U.K. the rate of employee absence has risen to its highest level in a decade. According to the WTW Absence Survey 2023 this has reached 4% in 2023...
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart
After more than two years of legislative highs and lows for the European Union's proposed Platform Work Directive, the EU may be inching closer to adopting...