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Can a seconded employee become an employee of the business he or she is seconded to?Although each case will turn on its own facts, the Employment Appeal Tribunal decision in the case of Bank of Africa UK plc & Ors v Hassani [2026] EAT 27 (1) gives some guidance on whether a se...
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On 12 January 2026, Brentford FC became the first organisation to formally adopt the principles of Hugh’s Law, introducing paid leave and job protection for parents of critically or seriously ill children.This marks a significant milestone in the Hugh’s Law ...
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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has started consultations<...
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Is there a new criminal offence for intentionally harassing someone or causing alarm or distress because of their sex or presumed sex?From 1 April 2026, the Protection from Sex-Based Harassment in Public Act 2023 adds...
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Does an employee have a disability under section 6 of the Equality Act 2010 where symptoms come and go but arise on a regular basis? The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision in the case of <a href="https://www.gov.uk/empl...
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What are the consequences if an employer withdraws a conditional offer of employment? The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision in the case of <a href="https://www.gov.uk/employment-appeal-tribunal-decisions/mr-sita-rama-s...
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Many employers are beginning to receive trade union access requests, often unexpectedly and in workplaces with no prior union presence. While this can come as a surprise, particularly where employee relations are positive, it is important to be clear about the curr...
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Is there an obligation for a business to provide feedback to a candidate who is unsuccessful following an interview? Subject to any internal policy, the general rule is that there is no legal requirement for businesses to prov...
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From 6 April 2026, the Employment Rights Act 2025 will introduce amendments to the Social Security (Contributions and Benefits) Act 1992 (SSCBA). Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) entitlement will become a “day one” right for all employed earners who are unable to work due ...
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Under Regulation 8 of the Fixed-Term Employees (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2002, employees employed for four years or more under a series of successive fixed-term contracts become permanent employees <strong data-start="433" data-end="443"...
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A fixed-term or seasonal contract is a temporary employment contract with a defined start and end date. Although it does not provide permanent employment, it is still a valid contract of employment. Continuity of service refer...
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Are the government looking to extend Right to Work checks beyond employees? The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 (the Act) <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/border-security-asylum-and-immigration-act-r...
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In its annual report published in November 2025, the Health and Safety Executive highlighted an increase in work-related stress, depression and anxiety cases. 964,000 cases (representing 52%) were reported compared with 750,000 the year before. The trend clearly sh...
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Hot desking policies are increasingly common, but they can present challenges where disabled employees are concerned. A recent Employment Tribunal case, McGrath v Bupa Insurance Services Limited, highlights the distinction between disability-related harassment and r...
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Can an employer justify the dismissal of an employee for some other substantial reason (SOSR) linked to reputational risk where the employee’s partner, who is also employed by the same employer, commits an act of gross misconduct or a criminal offence? <p data-...
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