Emily Tilston

With an increase in flexible working requests in the UK, many employees are requesting to work remotely part-time or even full-time. A CIPD report found that 18% of employers have experienced an increase in flexible working requests since the introduction of...

As of April 2025, working parents gained the right to take neonatal care leave if their child received neonatal care for an uninterrupted period of 7 days within 28 days of birth. For employers, understanding neonatal care leave is essential to ensuring...

Since COVID, remote or hybrid working has allowed employees to achieve better work-life balance and remove the pain of commuting. Whilst flexible working arrangements can be beneficial, there are circumstances where they would not suit a business need. This...

As the new year begins, it brings with it a renewed sense of motivation and the opportunity to establish new routines and adopt healthier habits. The familiar “new year, new me” mindset encourages people to reflect, reset, and make positive...

As businesses evolve and laws change, employers may need to update the terms and conditions of their employees' contracts to reflect new working patterns, roles, pay or business priorities. However, changing terms requires a careful and consultative...

In 2022, over 43,000 individuals in the UK were sent to prison to serve sentences, and over 12 million people hold a criminal record. According to the Ministry of Justice, around 22-23% of individuals between the ages of 16 and 64 have a criminal record. At...

As technology becomes more and more implemented into everyday life, the way we work is under a major transformation. The traditional 9-to-5 office routine is giving way to flexible, hybrid working arrangements that challenge the rigid assumptions about...

Creating an inclusive environment is more than just a buzzword, it is essential for the well-being and success of the employees and organisations. Despite progress in social attitudes, many LGBTQ+ individuals still face challenges such as discrimination,...

In today’s working environments, anxiety has become all too familiar for employees at all levels. While stress and pressure are inherent to many jobs, the ongoing mental strain that results in workplace anxiety is far more disruptive than most realise....

In recent years, assistance animals in the workplace have become an increasingly prominent and important topic. As society places greater emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility, more employers recognise the vital role these animals play in supporting...

On 10th October 2024, the Employment Rights Bill 2024 (the Bill) was introduced to Parliament, outlining 28 proposed employment law reforms to enhance workers' rights and promote fair treatment in the workplace. Key proposals within the Bill include...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an ever-growing tool which is consistently being implemented into our day-to-day lives. As AI evolves, businesses across industries are increasingly integrating AI tools into their day-to-day operations (for example automated...

Working from home (WFH) is a working dynamic which significantly increased since the 2020 covid pandemic. The Office for National Statistics found that in the 12-month period from January to December 2019, 12% of workers reported a WFH schedule in a 7-day...

Awareness of Gender Identity over the past 50 years has grown massively, as society has developed to be more accepting of different sexualities and gender identities. With an increasing emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a safe,...

As an employer, managing staff illness can be challenging, particularly when prolonged or frequent sickness absence affects business operations. Employers must navigate employment laws, health and safety regulations and their duty of care they owe to...