The government has confirmed annual increases to statutory rates and compensation limits in Employment Tribunal awards, which will take effect from 6 April 2026. These are summarised as follows: National…
Read moreThe recent oil crisis, driven by rising tensions in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, is hitting the UK manufacturing sector hard. Energy intensive industries…
Read moreFreehold vs Leasehold There are two primary ways to own property in England and Wales: freehold and leasehold. These represent distinct forms of legal ownership, often referred to as “titles”…
Read moreThe Employment Rights Act 2025 sets out a wide-ranging timetable for reform that continues into 2027. Alongside routine statutory updates, several significant changes will come into force from 6 April…
Read moreIn a recent case, the Employment Tribunal has provided a useful reminder of the importance of a fair appeals process and the impact this can have on whether a dismissal…
Read moreEmployment law has undergone substantial change over the past year, with further major reforms due to take effect throughout 2026 and 2027. Recent changes include the new preventative duty to…
Read moreSelective licensing is expanding across England, and councils are increasing enforcement. Many landlords only discover their properties fall within designated areas when formal action begins — by then, financial exposure…
Read moreHow unpaid invoices impact cash flow and business stability Unpaid invoices slow your cash flow, distract your team, and create uncertainty. You want resolution, not delays. That is where a…
Read moreCan a policy which allows trans women to use female changing rooms be discriminatory? Yes, according to the Employment Tribunal in Hutchinson and others v County Durham and Darlington NHS…
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