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Government Launches Call for Evidence on the Mandatory Reporting of Child Sexual Abuse

Friday, 02 June 2023

In its criticised response to the Final Report of Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse published on 21 May, the Government committed to introduce a mandatory reporting duty for those working with children in England to report child sexual abuse.

Government Launches Call for Evidence on the Mandatory Reporting of Child Sexual Abuse
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Workplace Rights for Families - Update on Key Legislative Changes

Friday, 02 June 2023

A number of Private Members' Bills have been introduced over recent months, in an effort to bolster family-related workplace rights. Three of these Bills have now received royal assent.

Workplace Rights for Families - Update on Key Legislative Changes
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Identity of Decision-Maker Key to Pregnancy Discrimination Claim

Friday, 02 June 2023

In the case, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) held that the Tribunal should have explored whether a decision to dismiss was taken by a sole decision-maker, a sole decision-maker influenced by others or it was a joint decision.

Identity of Decision-Maker Key to Pregnancy Discrimination Claim
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Redundancy and Alternatives to Dismissal

Friday, 26 May 2023

The Employment Appeal Tribunal has confirmed that it was unfair to dismiss a live-in carer during the pandemic, without considering furlough as an alternative to redundancy.

Redundancy and Alternatives to Dismissal
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Articles & Blogs Employment

EHRC Defends Advice to Government on Legal Definition of 'Sex'

Friday, 26 May 2023

The EHRC recently recommended that the Equality Act 2010 definition of 'sex' be amended to refer to biological sex only. It has now responded to criticism from Stonewall about the impact of the proposal.

EHRC Defends Advice to Government on Legal Definition of 'Sex'
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Articles & Blogs Employment

New Statistics Show Record Levels of Long-Term Sickness in the UK

Friday, 26 May 2023

New data released by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) shows a new record number of people not working due to long-term sickness.

New Statistics Show Record Levels of Long-Term Sickness in the UK
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Articles & Blogs Divorce & Family

How to Talk to Your Children About Your Divorce or Separation - Our Top Tips

Thursday, 25 May 2023

Some parents will have extreme feelings of guilt as they feel they are breaking up their children's family. Some will find it difficult to know what and how to explain to their children what is happening.

How to Talk to Your Children About Your Divorce or Separation - Our Top Tips
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Articles & Blogs Higher Education

Key Considerations When Dealing with Employment Tribunal Claims

Monday, 22 May 2023

The prospect of a Tribunal claim can bring understandable anxiety. We have set out some key factors to consider when dealing with these claims.

Key Considerations When Dealing with Employment Tribunal Claims
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Articles & Blogs Pharma & Life Sciences

Parliament Debate Calls for New Approach to VPAS to Protect UK Life Sciences

Monday, 22 May 2023

A Parliament debate has called for a new approach to the Voluntary Pricing and Access Scheme (VPAS) if the UK is to be seen as an attractive place for life sciences.

Parliament Debate Calls for New Approach to VPAS to Protect UK Life Sciences
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

School PFI Contracts - Make Sure You are Planning for Their Expiry

Monday, 22 May 2023

From the early 1990s, PFI (Private Finance Initiative) projects were used by the Government to help regenerate school estates across the country.

School PFI Contracts - Make Sure You are Planning for Their Expiry
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

Ofsted's Plans to Reform Approach to 'Safeguarding' Judgements

Monday, 22 May 2023

In her statement published on 21 April 2023, HM Chief Inspector Amanda Spielman commented on calls to reform school inspections.

Ofsted's Plans to Reform Approach to 'Safeguarding' Judgements
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Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs

Academies Regulatory and Commissioning Review

Monday, 22 May 2023

The DfE has now published the outcome of the Academies Regulatory and Commissioning Review.

Academies Regulatory and Commissioning Review
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Consultation Launched on Reform of Working Time Regulations and TUPE

Friday, 19 May 2023

The Government proposes to reform key EU-derived regulations in order to reduce burden on employers.

Consultation Launched on Reform of Working Time Regulations and TUPE
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Articles & Blogs Employment

Government Abandons Plans to Automatically Scrap Thousands of Pieces of EU Law

Friday, 19 May 2023

The Government has confirmed it will amend the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill in order to provide more certainty for businesses.

Government Abandons Plans to Automatically Scrap Thousands of Pieces of EU Law
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Articles & Blogs Employment

The Definition of Disability

Friday, 19 May 2023

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal decision highlights the approach Tribunals must take in assessing whether a condition amounts to a disability under equality law.

The Definition of Disability
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