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Five things employers need to know about the junior doctor strikes

Could you give a potted timeline of what has happened to date in relation to the industrial action between the BMA and MPs? On...

Maternity leave: five key points for employers

Employers – particularly small employers – often find the administration of maternity leave a challenge. This is not a complete guide to pregnancy, but...

Three key things to know about employing seasonal workers

As the summer months draw closer, we are about to enter one of the busiest periods for seasonal workers. During demanding times, many companies...

Employment status continues to deliver problems in today’s flexible economy

The so-called "gig economy" is making employment issues more complicated. But this shift in the way we're working shows no sign of stopping, writes Melanie...

A Philosophical Belief In Leicester?

Since the introduction of laws covering protection against discrimination on the grounds of religion or belief in 2003, much debate has been had over...

I’m pregnant and I don’t feel ‘COVID-19 Secure’ at work, what are my rights?

If you’re pregnant you’re naturally going to have concerns...

Furlough New Government Guidance

Nearly three quarters (71.7 per cent) of organisations are...

Constructive Dismissal

UPDATED FOR 2022 - This practical guide is all...

Five things we learnt in employment law this week (18 February 2020)

1. A one-off act can amount to a ‘provision,...

Five things we learnt in employment law (17 January 2020)

Five things we learnt in employment law this week ...

Employment Tribunal hears case of sacked ethical vegan

As Veganuary kicks off this week so does a...