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Employment Law Case Update: Is Stoicism a philosophical belief?

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It's important for all employers to be aware of the 9 protected characteristics under teh Equality Act 2010; one of which being religion or belief.  Our Employment Law team today review the unprecedented case of Mr S Jackson v Lidl Great...

What is the Job Support Scheme?

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Since publication of this article, on 31st October it was announced that a further national lockdown would commence starting on 5th November and ending on 2nd December.  It was subsequently announced that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS)...

Employment Law Case Update: Redundancy and Alternative Employment

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With the furlough scheme coming to an end in a matter of days, unfortunately more businesses are facing the difficult decision of making redundancies , even with the new Job Support Scheme on offer.  It is vital that if you are considering...

How do I practice positive action in my business?

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As businesses plan their future through the current global health crisis, building a strong workforce will be more important than ever. When building a team, employers should not overlook the benefits of diversity in their workforce as there is some evidence...

Employment Law Case Update: Gender-Fluid and Non-Binary Employees

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A recent case has added further to the ever-evolving situation regarding gender-fluid and non-binary employees and the protections afforded them under the Equality Act. This is an area with fast moving precedents and it’s one to watch. Our Employment...

What is the Kickstart Scheme?

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It was announced on 25th January 2021 that employers are no longer required to have a minimum of thirty placement opportunities to be able to use the Department for Work and Pensions application process. In an attempt to boost the creation of jobs in...

Employment Law Case Update: Time Spent Travelling

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A ground breaking case, which has taken four years to conclude, has highlighted the need for employers to ensure that their employees are being paid ther National Minimum Wage, and that their time working is adequately reflected to ensure this.  Our ...

What are the practical considerations of bringing employees back from furlough leave?

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Update: On 3rd March 2021, Rishi Sunak announced in his Budget that furlough leave would now be extended until the end of September 2021. On 31 October, it was announced that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme would be extended until the end...

Employment Law Case Update: Foster Carers

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Employment status continues to be an important topic for employers, as demonstrated by the latest ruling for foster carers in Glasgow.  Our Employment Law team here reviews the case, the ruling and what this means for employers. Two foster carers,...