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Can You Dismiss an Employee for Refusing to Wear a Face Mask?

Friday, 05 March 2021

An employee's refusal to wear a face mask may not always amount to gross misconduct. However, such a refusal could ultimately lead to an employee's dismissal in particular circumstances, as a recent case shows.

Can You Dismiss an Employee for Refusing to Wear a Face Mask?

Gender Pay Gap Reporting Obligations Suspended for Six Months

Friday, 05 March 2021

The Equality and Human Rights Commission ('EHRC') has suspended the enforcement of gender pay gap reporting for 2020-21 until 5 October 2021 due to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Gender Pay Gap Reporting Obligations Suspended for Six Months

Furlough Scheme Extended Until 30 September 2021

Friday, 05 March 2021

This week the Chancellor announced that the furlough scheme will be extended until 30 September 2021. This gives employers the opportunity to utilise the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) for an additional five months.

Furlough Scheme Extended Until 30 September 2021

Spring 2021 Budget - Key Announcements for Employers

Friday, 05 March 2021

On 3 March 2021 the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, led the 2021 Spring Budget. In this article, we examine the key elements of the Budget that employers and businesses need to know.

Spring 2021 Budget - Key Announcements for Employers

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Can an Employer Dismiss an Employee if They Conduct Surveillance in the Workplace?

Friday, 26 February 2021

The Employment Appeals Tribunal (EAT) recently held that an employer had not fairly dismissed an employee who had conducted surveillance, without permission, in the workplace.

Can an Employer Dismiss an Employee if They Conduct Surveillance in the Workplace?

Coronavirus - What Are the Latest Updates on Shielding?

Friday, 26 February 2021

The Government has identified a further 1.7 million individuals as 'clinically extremely vulnerable' and at high risk of serious illness if they catch coronavirus. These individuals will be advised by a letter from their GP to shield until 31 March 2021.

Coronavirus - What Are the Latest Updates on Shielding?

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Hong Kong British National (Overseas) Visas - What Employers Need to Know

Friday, 26 February 2021

On 31 January 2021, the UK launched a new immigration category - the Hong Kong British National (Overseas) route.

Hong Kong British National (Overseas) Visas - What Employers Need to Know

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Supreme Court Rules That Uber Drivers Are Workers

Friday, 26 February 2021

The Supreme Court has confirmed that the drivers who brought proceedings against Uber are workers.

Supreme Court Rules That Uber Drivers Are Workers

Top 5 Q&As on Coronavirus Vaccinations and Testing

Friday, 19 February 2021

We answer your most commonly asked questions surrounding coronavirus vaccinations and testing.

Top 5 Q&As On Coronavirus Vaccinations and Testing

Government Expands Rapid Workplace Testing Eligibility

Friday, 19 February 2021

The Government has expanded eligibility for rapid workplace testing to businesses registered in England with more than 50 employees, where employees cannot work from home.

Government Expands Rapid Workplace Testing Eligibility

Legislation Implementing a £95,000 Cap on Public Sector Exit Pay To Be Revoked

Friday, 19 February 2021

On 12 February 2021 the Government announced that the Restriction on Public Sector Exit Pay Regulations 2020 (Regulations), which implemented a £95,000 cap on public sector exit pay, should be revoked.

Legislation Implementing a £95,000 Cap on Public Sector Exit Pay To Be Revoked

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update - Are Employers Failing to Implement Social Distancing Rules?

Friday, 12 February 2021

It has been reported that since the early stages of the pandemic in March 2020, almost 5,600 COVID-19 related reports were made to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update - Are Employers Failing to Implement Social Distancing Rules?

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Employer Failed to Show 'All Reasonable Steps' Had Been Taken to Prevent Harassment

Friday, 12 February 2021

The recent case of Allay v Gehlen is a useful reminder of the considerations involved when an employer seeks to defend a claim resulting from the otherwise unlawful discriminatory actions of an employee.

Employer Failed to Show 'All Reasonable Steps' Had Been Taken to Prevent Harassment

What Are the Latest Updates to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Testing?

Friday, 12 February 2021

On 28 January 2021, Public Health England (PHE) updated its 'Stay at Home' guidance for households with possible or confirmed coronavirus infection.

What Are the Latest Updates to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Testing?

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Allegation Required Clear Wording to Amount to Protected Act Under Equality Act

Friday, 05 February 2021

The Employment Appeal Tribunal recently upheld a tribunal's decision that the unclear wording used in an employee's written grievance was insufficient to amount to a protected act for her victimisation claim under the Equality Act 2010 ("EqA 2010").

Allegation Required Clear Wording to Amount to Protected Act Under Equality Act

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