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Does an Employee's Length of Service Matter in Cases of Wrongful Dismissal?

Friday, 22 May 2020

We consider a recent case, where the Employment Appeal Tribunal (the 'EAT') held that, whilst length of service should be borne in mind in cases of unfair dismissal, it is not a relevant factor when considering wrongful dismissal.

Does an Employee's Length of Service Matter in Cases of Wrongful Dismissal?

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Breach of a Confidentiality Clause Did Not Result in Breach of Contract

Friday, 22 May 2020

A recent case found that an employer was still obligated to make payments under a COT3 settlement agreement, despite the employee's breach of a confidentiality clause.

Breach of a Confidentiality Clause Did Not Result in Breach of Contract

Freedom of Information Requests During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Friday, 22 May 2020

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic means areas such as information requests are likely to be low-priority for public authorities.

Freedom of Information Requests During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Temporary Tax Exemption for Home Working Equipment

Friday, 22 May 2020

Last week the Treasury announced a temporary income tax and National Insurance Contributions (NIC) exemption in relation to reimbursement for office equipment to enable home working.

Temporary Tax Exemption for Home Working Equipment

The Future of Public Transport - Managing Socially-Distanced Streets During Coronavirus

Friday, 22 May 2020

As many are concerned about the difficulty of socially distancing on public transport, the Government has announced plans to improve transport networks and encourage more to cycle or walk to work.

The Future of Public Transport - Managing Socially-Distanced Streets During Coronavirus

Coronavirus Update - Charity Administration and Meetings

Thursday, 21 May 2020

In an earlier briefing we highlighted the challenges for charities and other organisations organising their Annual General Meeting, or other members meetings, while complying with guidance on social distancing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Coronavirus Update - Charity Administration and Meetings

UK Life Sciences Industry Commits to Fighting Coronavirus and Supporting Patients

Thursday, 21 May 2020

A bold statement of intent has been issued by trade bodies representing organisations across the entire UK life sciences industry. The statement expresses the industry's strong commitment to fighting coronavirus (COVID-19) and supporting NHS patients.

UK Life Sciences Industry Commits to Fighting Coronavirus and Supporting Patients

Coronavirus - Managing Staff Who Are Reluctant to Return to the Workplace

Thursday, 21 May 2020

Government guidance remains that where possible, staff should continue to work from home. There may be roles within organisations that are required to work on site. Employers will now be looking at how these workers can return safely.

Coronavirus - Managing Staff Who Are Reluctant to Return to the Workplace

Coronavirus and Possession Proceedings

Wednesday, 20 May 2020

Is the current stay on possession proceedings lawful and do the courts have power to lift it?

Could You Benefit from the Government's £40m Investment in New Technologies?

Wednesday, 20 May 2020

The Business Secretary has announced that the Government is doubling the investment available to businesses and tech start-ups developing innovative ideas and solutions to help tackle the disruption caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Could You Benefit from the Government's £40m Investment in New Technologies?

Coronavirus - Can a School Require Its Staff or Pupils to Wear Masks?

Tuesday, 19 May 2020

With some schools opening their doors in the coming weeks, many are wondering if they are able to enforce a requirement to use masks to protect staff and pupils alike.

Coronavirus - Can a School Require Its Staff or Pupils to Wear Masks?

Coronavirus - Staffing Matters Arising from Expanded On-Site Provision

Tuesday, 19 May 2020

Schools are now faced with planning for a phased re-opening of schools for nursery, reception, Years 1 and 6, and for some face-to-face contact with Years 10 and 12 from 1 June 2020.

Coronavirus - Staffing Matters Arising from Expanded On-Site Provision

Coronavirus Guidance on Pupil Welfare Risk Assessments

Tuesday, 19 May 2020

The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak raises unique challenges and new and additional hazards and/or risks for schools.

Coronavirus Guidance on Pupil Welfare Risk Assessments

New Government Guidance on Annual Leave During Coronavirus

Friday, 15 May 2020

Following our recent round-up of the latest guidance on managing annual leave during coronavirus (COVID-19), the Government has issued some further helpful guidance this week.

New Government Guidance on Annual Leave During Coronavirus

Coronavirus - ACAS Guidance on Disciplinaries and Grievance Procedures

Friday, 15 May 2020

ACAS has released new guidance for employers seeking to start or continue with disciplinary or grievance proceedings during coronavirus (COVID-19).

Coronavirus - ACAS Guidance on Disciplinaries and Grievance Procedures

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