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Is RIDDOR About to Change? HSE Consultation Proposes Major Expansion of Reportable Diseases and Incidents

Thursday, 23 April 2026

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has started consultations<...

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Is RIDDOR About to Change? HSE Consultation Proposes Major Expansion of Reportable Diseases and Incidents (1)

Thursday, 23 April 2026

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Disability Discrimination and Fluctuating Conditions: Guidance for Employers

Thursday, 9 April 2026

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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Disability Discrimination and Fluctuating Conditions: Guidance for Employers (1)

Thursday, 9 April 2026

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 target="" data-router-slot="disabled" href="https://www.gov.uk...

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Withdrawing a Job Offer: Legal Risks and Notice Requirements for Employers

Thursday, 2 April 2026

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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Withdrawing a Job Offer: Legal Risks and Notice Requirements for Employers (1)

Thursday, 2 April 2026

What are the consequences if an employer withdraws a conditional offer of employment?The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision in the case of <a target="" data-router-slot="disabled" href="https://www.gov.uk/employment-appeal-tribunal-decisions/mr-sita-r...

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Trade Union Access Requests from October 2026: What Employers Need to Know

Wednesday, 1 April 2026

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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Trade Union Access Requests from October 2026: What Employers Need to Know (1)

Wednesday, 1 April 2026

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 current legal position.<p data-s...

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Holiday Pay Record-Keeping Requirements from April 2026: Employer Obligations Explained

Monday, 30 March 2026

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Holiday Pay Record-Keeping Requirements from April 2026: Employer Obligations Explained (1)

Monday, 30 March 2026

Is there a legal obligation for employers to keep records of holidays taken by their staff together with holiday pay?As of 6th April 2026, regulation 3(8) of <a target="" data-router-slot="disabled" href="https://www.legislati...

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Do Employers Have to Give Interview Feedback to Unsuccessful Candidates? (1)

Friday, 13 March 2026

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 provide unsuccessful candidates with ...

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Do Employers Have to Give Interview Feedback to Unsuccessful Candidates?

Friday, 13 March 2026

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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Can Settlement Agreements Prevent Future Employment Claims?

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

The Employment Appeal Tribunal considered this <span cl...

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Can Settlement Agreements Prevent Future Employment Claims? (1)

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

The Employment Appeal Tribunal considered this issue in Darlington v London Borough of Islington, offering useful direction on how far a settlement can preven...

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Whistleblowing and Self-Interest in the Workplace

Monday, 9 March 2026

Is an employee protected under whistleblowing <span cla...

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Whistleblowing and Self-Interest in the Workplace (1)

Monday, 9 March 2026

Is an employee protected under whistleblowing law where the employee's disclosure is motivated by self-interest?Under rights provided for within the Employment Rights Act 1996, a dismissal will b...

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Trade Union Law Changes 2026 and New Industrial Action Rules

Thursday, 5 March 2026

Whilst the Employment Rights Act 2025 <span class="BZ_P...

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Trade Union Law Changes 2026 and New Industrial Action Rules (1)

Thursday, 5 March 2026

Whilst the Employment Rights Act 2025 introduced many changes to employment rights, the legislation also amended much of the Trade Union Act 2016. This legislation detailed the procedural requirements for industrial action (strikes, pickets etc.). The new Act makes it ...

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SSP Changes 2026: Impact on Agency Workers and Employers

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

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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SSP Changes 2026: Impact on Agency Workers and Employers (1)

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

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 to illness, with the removal of ...

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