The long-running equal pay claim against Asda takes another step forward as the tribunal finds that the majority of lead claimants in retail roles perform work of equal value to distribution centre workers.

Operating a care home is becoming increasingly challenging as providers navigate economic pressures, stringent regulatory requirements, and the growing demands of an ageing population.

On the 30th January 2025 we welcomed healthcare specialist accountants, solicitors, surveyors, bank representatives and other professionals to our office to discuss key issues affecting the sector. Here's what we learnt.

The Low Pay Commission (LPC) has recommended that the Government review the entitlement of sleep-in shift workers to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) as part of the proposed Fair Pay Agreement for the social care sector.

An employment tribunal has ruled that foster carers can pursue whistleblowing and discrimination claims despite lacking a contractual relationship with local authorities.

A recent Employment Tribunal decision highlights how worker status can be found in contractual arrangements involving personal service companies.