Employee references – what is the law?
In the UK, employers are generally not obliged to provide a reference for a former employee. However, if they choose to do so, they must...
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Navigating the Law and the Christmas Party
Workplace Christmas parties can be a welcome chance for teams to relax and connect, but they also pose legal risks for employers. Even if the...
Louisa Keville
Associate, Employment LawChip shop owner pays the price for hiring error
A £28,000 fine for a Surrey chip shop owner highlights employer responsibilities to prevent illegal hires A clerical oversight led to a severe financial blow...
Louisa Keville
Associate, Employment LawMake time for time off
Why employers should keep an eye on unused holiday With summer almost behind us, now’s the perfect time for employers to take stock - not...
Yara Abdallah
Solicitor, Dispute ResolutionNeurodivergence in the workplace
Different minds demand a different mindset. As diagnoses of ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence surge - particularly among young adults - the challenge...
Louisa Keville
Associate, Employment LawSupporting Mental Health in the Workplace
Mental health in the workplace has become a pressing issue in recent years. As organisations recognise the importance of supporting their teams’ mental wellbeing, it...
Yara Abdallah
Solicitor, Dispute ResolutionBlowing kisses, not boundaries
A recent Employment Tribunal case has sparked debate about the boundaries of workplace behaviour, with a male manager’s attempt to ‘air kiss’ a female colleague...
Louisa Keville
Associate, Employment LawWorking time regulations – the essentials
Regulations limiting the amount of time an employee can work every week were brought into force through The Working Time Regulations 1998. This regulation was...
Yara Abdallah
Solicitor, Dispute ResolutionArtificial Intelligence and the legal sector
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries across the board, and the legal sector is no exception. Law firms are traditionally seen to prefer the ‘old...
Yara Abdallah
Solicitor, Dispute ResolutionRecruitment – legal requirements
There is no one piece of legislation setting out the legal requirements of the recruitment process. However, there are several legal requirements which employers must...
