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7 February

Carrying out a fair disciplinary, capability or grievance procedure is essential for avoiding unfair dismissal claims and although the principles are well-established, many employers are still getting it wrong. Claims... Read More

6 February

There are many advantages to good tax planning such as passing on wealth to the next generation and being able to see for yourself how it can positively affect their... Read More

4 February

A settlement agreement (previously called a compromise agreement) is mainly entered into by an employee and employer at the end of the employment relationship and involves the employee waiving their... Read More

4 February

This year there have been some interesting cases looking at the conduct of local authorities and creditors when commencing bankruptcy proceedings or serving court documents on debtors.  It is important... Read More

4 February

Employers should be alert to the mandatory increases in total minimum contributions to their qualifying workforce pension schemes under the automatic enrolment regulations. These increases will be required from the... Read More

4 February

UPDATE: In response to the Supreme Court decision, the Government announced in July 2020 that it would change the rules relating to what needs to be disclosed on, and removed... Read More

4 February

On 23 January 2019 the Competition and Markets Authority ("CMA") published new guidance for social media influencers ("the Guidelines"). This guidance makes clear the need for influencers, and the brands... Read More

1 February

If you are a commercial landlord or tenant, you are likely to have heard of a company voluntary agreement. A 'company voluntary agreement', known more commonly as a 'CVA' is... Read More

31 January

When dividing the matrimonial finances a tricky area can often be how to treat the parties' pension provision. What is the law surrounding this area? A challenging part of dividing... Read More

31 January

This article first appeared in People Management on 31 January 2019. How can employers avoid treating employees unfavourably because of something arising in consequence of their disability? This can be a potential... Read More

31 January

The Food Standards Agency is understood to be considering its options following the surprise re-classification of CBD products as a 'Novel Food' by the European Food Safety Authority. CBD is... Read More