Autism, ADHD and the definition of disability
Recent data show a dramatic rise in ADHD recognition in the UK. Between 2000 and…
June 26, 2025 By Matt Huggett
What changes are we likely to see to the parental leave system?Â
Are we on the cusp of a fundamental reworking of family leave for parents or…
June 23, 2025 By Matt Huggett
Get to know your legal advisor– Daisy Smith
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
May 22, 2025 By Stephens Scown
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025: What Can Employers Do To Support Mental Wellbeing?
We are currently in Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, which runs from 12 to 18…
May 15, 2025 By Chris Morse
Immigration White Paper: Restoring Control over the Immigration System
The long-awaited immigration White Paper was published by the government this morning (12 May 2025),…
May 12, 2025 By Lisa Mulholland
Update to employer’s right to work checks in respect of gig economy workers
In the UK, employers are required to carry out compliant right to work checks on…
May 9, 2025 By Rebecca van der Veer
Supreme Court Ruling on the meaning of sex in the Equality Act 2010
On 16 April 2025, the Supreme Court handed down judgment in For Women Scotland Ltd…
May 8, 2025 By Charlotte Cole
Are we on the cusp of fundamental changes in the law to address pay inequality for employees from different ethnic groups and disabled people?
As part of the announcements made by the government about changing employment legislation, much focus…
April 23, 2025 By Matt Huggett
Key employee payments and limits increased for 2025/26
Employers should be aware of key employee payments and limits increased for 2025/26 that take…
March 21, 2025 By Stephens Scown
Lay offs and short-time working during economic uncertainty
The economic outlook remains uncertain including with fluctuating demand and workforce availability. Operational viability will…
March 21, 2025 By Ellie Hibberd
Objectionable Beliefs and Freedom of Expression
What is an employer to do when faced with a conflict between an employee expressing…
March 18, 2025 By Joe Nicholls
Get to know your legal advisor – Charlotte Cole
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
March 6, 2025 By Stephens Scown