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Contractual flexibility clause did not entitle lorry driver to additional pay (EAT)
09 May 2025The EAT has clarified that an employee contractually required to work variable shift lengths is not automatically entitled to additional pay for longer-than-expected days.
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Employment Rights Bill: Government amendments progress at Lords Committee stage
09 May 2025The first day of the Lords Committee stage saw a series of technical government amendments to the guaranteed hours provisions in the Employment Rights Bill.- Articles
Cancellation of overtime was not less favourable treatment of part-time worker, confirms EAT
09 May 2025The EAT has upheld a tribunal’s decision that confusion over budget arrangements rather than part-time status explained the treatment of a job-share employee whose overtime request was refused.
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ABPI and UK Government bring forward VPAG pricing review
01 May 2025The UK Government and the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) have agreed to accelerate the planned review of the Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth (VPAG).- Articles
EHRC issues interim update following Supreme Court ruling on the definition of 'sex' under the Equality Act
30 Apr 2025The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published an interim update on the practical implications of the Supreme Court's judgment in For Women Scotland v Scottish Ministers.- Articles
Court of Appeal clarifies limits on adverse inferences from missing records
30 Apr 2025The Court of Appeal has clarified when the absence of historic records might justify drawing adverse inferences, offering helpful reminders for employers about evidential risks, record-keeping practices, and statutory compliance.
