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Government responds to concerns over third-party harassment duty in the Employment Rights Bill
15 May 2025The UK Government has published its long-promised White Paper setting out how it intends to reduce net migration. The proposed changes are likely to have a significant impact on employers who rely on overseas

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HMRC revises CEST employment status tool and guidance
15 May 2025The Government has clarified its position on the new third-party harassment duty in the Employment Rights Bill, emphasising prevention over retrospective knowledge.

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TUPE: no transfer of liability for harm caused to third parties
15 May 2025This High Court decision confirms that TUPE does not transfer liabilities owed to third parties, reinforcing that the protections it provides are centred on employees, not external claimants.

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Why the recent Supreme Court Judgment in For Women Scotland matters to academies and maintained schools and their pupils
15 May 2025This judgment clarifies that, for the purposes of the Equality Act 2010, sex-based rights and protections are grounded in biological sex. That is, the word 'woman' and 'man' refer to biological sex.

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Why do probationary periods matter?
15 May 2025Whilst the recruitment process is an important part of selecting the right person for the job, the probationary period is critical for evaluating new staff members and ensuring they are the right fit - both professionally and culturally for your school.

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Upcoming company law requirements for Academy Trusts: prepare for new ID verification rules
15 May 2025The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 is bringing important changes that will affect how academy trusts manage and report key company information through Companies House.





