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.

The Employment Rights Bill has undergone significant amendments, introducing new provisions and revising existing ones to enhance worker protections and clarify employer obligations.

Employers and social care providers will face changes to employment law, including enhanced penalties for failure to collectively consult, increased staffing costs, and the implementation of neonatal leave and pay.

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.

Workplace Compass: As employers prepare for National Insurance contributions and National Minimum Wage increases to take effect in April 2025, workforce resilience has never been more critical.