Understanding the legal risks of changing terms, managing employees and bringing employment relationships to an end The phrases “quiet quitting” and “quiet dismissal” have entered workplace vocabulary, but only one has any legal substance—and even then, only...
Employment Law – Employers
Key Provisions Every Employer Should Include in a Settlement Agreement
A practical guide to drafting legally robust settlement agreements Settlement agreements are a familiar tool for bringing the employment relationship to a clean and legally secure conclusion. When drafted properly, they provide certainty for both employer and...
The Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Changes for Employers
Introduction – What Employers Should Be Aware of in 2026 The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) has now received Royal Assent, marking one of the most significant reforms to UK employment law in decades. The new Act replaces and updates large parts of existing...
Different Types of Employment Status in England and Wales
Employment status refers to an individual’s legal classification at work and determines a person’s rights and their employer’s responsibilities. In England and Wales, there are three main types of employment status: 1. Worker. You may be considered a worker if you:...
Employers: Covid Vaccination Policy?
Will the COVID vaccine be made mandatory by some Employers? We have received enquiries recently as to whether employers are entitled to insist that employees receive the Covid vaccination. We are not aware of any UK cases that have been decided on this point so far...
Employers: Checklist of Potential Alternatives to Redundancy
Alternatives to Redundancy for Employers Responsible employers will be looking ahead to after the Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme comes to an end on 30 April 2021 and making plans for their workforce and the needs of their businesses. Update: The...
Office Relocation? Employers, check your mobility clauses
Check your mobility clauses for Office Relocation Currently, many employers may be considering office relocations to downsize their office space owing to pandemic related reductions in headcount, changes in staff working practices, or a need to reduce outgoings. There...
Settlement Agreements: A checklist for Employers and Employees
Checklist for Employers and Employees for Settlement Agreements Many employers and employees are currently negotiating terms with a view to entering into settlement agreements relating to the termination of employment. We want to provide you with a checklist for...
Employers, Don’t Miss The Last Day Of Furlough
Last Day for Employers to Furlough Employers should be aware that the final date by which they can furlough an employee for the first time under the Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) is Wednesday 10 June 2020. Watch out for further information to be...