United Kingdom: Contract of Employment

The UK Government has launched a consultation examining employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children, including proposals for 'Hugh's Law' which would provide paid leave for parents...

Understanding the UK Immigration Salary List (ISL) is crucial for employers sponsoring foreign workers under the Skilled Worker visa route. This comprehensive guide breaks down eligibility requirements...

The UK Government has launched a consultation on proposed reforms to zero-hours and low-hours contracts, introducing new rights for workers including guaranteed hours based on actual work patterns, reasonable notice of shifts...

Elite athletes generate vast amounts of sensitive health data through wearable technology that feeds into AI systems shaping training, selection, and transfer decisions.

The workplace has changed radically in recent years, with the explosion of AI, new business risks and emerging topics generating workplace conflict.

Recorded live at last year's Managing an International Workforce conference, our speakers unpack how organisations can counter international competitive risks...

The government has published its consultation on proposed regulations to prevent the misuse of non-disclosure agreements in cases of workplace harassment and discrimination.

This comprehensive employment law update examines critical developments reshaping workplace regulations, from mandatory pay equality reporting and action plans across Europe and the UK to expanded third-party harassment liability and new trade union access rights. The analysis explores how upcoming legislative changes will fundamentally alter employment contracts, settlement agreements, and employer obligations from 2026 through 2027.

As the national minimum wage (NMW) becomes a potential concern for more employers, the Fair Work Agency (FWA) begins preparations to begin enforcing it from April 2027.