Does travelling for work count as “work”? European ruling poses challenge for many companies
A ruling handed down by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) this week could present…
August 24, 2026 By Stephens Scown
How not to manage long-term sickness
The recent Employment Appeal Tribunal case of Buchanan v The Commissioner of Police has provided…
August 24, 2026 By Jeremy Crook
Sexual harassment in employment – are employers ready for the new duty to take all reasonable steps?
Workplace protections against sexual harassment are being strengthened again with significant changes taking effect from…
August 11, 2026 By Laura McFadyen
Protecting staff from third-party harassment: A practical guide for employers
From October 2026, employers will face new responsibilities to protect employees from harassment by customers,…
August 11, 2026 By Laura McFadyen
Seasonal Staff and Zero-Hours Contracts: Managing Legal Risk in the Leisure and Tourism Sector
Seasonal staff are essential to many leisure and tourism businesses, helping employers respond to peaks…
August 3, 2026 By Valerie Curnow
What is Workplace Mediation and Why Should Employers Consider it?
Workplace mediation is no longer just a useful option in difficult situations; it is becoming an increasingly important…
August 3, 2026 By Mark Roby
ADHD Dismissals in the Workplace: How Employers can Reduce Risk and Defend Claims
For UK employers, managing employees and workers with ADHD presents a growing legal risk. The…
July 29, 2026 By Carrianne Matta
Employment Rights Act 2025: Implications for Employee-Owned Businesses
We recently brought together employee-owned business leaders and HR professionals for a roundtable discussion on…
July 27, 2026 By Laura McFadyen
Foreign holidays and quarantine – what should employers do?
What are the current holiday rules and what should employers do if their staff have…
July 21, 2026 By Ellie Hibberd
Holiday pay in the spotlight at CBI event in Exeter
HR directors from major regional and national businesses gathered in Exeter to hear the latest…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Government launches sleep-in shift compliance scheme
The question of to what extent workers should be paid the National Minimum/Living Wage (NMW)…
July 21, 2026 By Ellie Hibberd
Time off for Cosmetic or Elective Surgery: Sick Leave, Holiday and Pay
Employees may need to take time off from work for a variety of reasons but…
July 2, 2026 By Ellie Hibberd