From 7 April 2026, a new government body, the Fair Work Agency (FWA), came into force as part of the Employment Rights Act 2025. The FWA will bring together three existing enforcement bodies into a single organisation: The Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority The Employment [...]
Growing up between north-west London and Hertfordshire, I went on to become Head Girl at St Albans High School. I later studied Politics at the University of Warwick, before spending some time working in politics. Following this, I began my Bar training. When I decided [...]
As the workplace continues to evolve, so do the rights and protections afforded to employees who are starting or growing their families. Recent updates to family leave reflect a continued focus on supporting parents and caregivers through improving flexibility, reducing inequality and promoting a healthy [...]
The Employment Tribunal uses what are called Vento Bands in discrimination cases under the Equality Act 2010. These bands help decide how much compensation someone should receive for the emotional impact of discrimination, such as distress, humiliation, or anxiety. These bands act as guidelines to keep [...]
Here we have our annual update on the changes to statutory pay rates taking effect from April 2026. The top band, known as the National Living Wage, applies to workers aged 21 and over. Different minimum wage rates continue to apply to 18-20-year-olds, under 18’s [...]
Dismissing an employee is usually considered one of the least favourite responsibilities an employer or manager must take on. If handled poorly, dismissals can result in expensive and time-consuming claims, but many businesses don’t give proper training in how to do it properly. As a [...]
After months of debating between the House of Lords and the House of Commons, the long-awaited Employment Rights Bill has now passed through Parliament. It is anticipated that the Bill will receive Royal Assent almost immediately, although it will not come into force until much [...]
Many businesses will at some point find themselves facing the difficult decision to make redundancies. Whether part of a broader effort to manage costs or to restructure operations, redundancies have a significant impact on both employers and employees. It is important for employers to be [...]
In today’s current economic climate, many employees are forced to leave employment as a result of redundancies. Unfortunately, this can lead to retaliation, with ex-employees walking away with valuable information and potentially handing it to a competitor to gain a competitive advantage in potential new employment.Whether [...]
Unfair dismissal is where your employment has been unfairly terminated by your employer. The reason for your dismissal must be sufficient to justify termination. If you have been wrongly dismissed, our legal experts are here to help. This article addresses some of the most frequently [...]
