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Changes to unfair dismissal law
Due to come into effect in January 2027The Employment Rights Act brings significant change to unfair dismissal law with effect from 1st January 2027.These changes will place major operational and financial implications for employers, particularly in how...
Changes to SSP entitlement for April 2026
The Employment Rights Act brings a major change to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) from April 2026, which could have a significant impact on absence management and payroll processes for employers.SSP from day oneWith effect from 6th April 2026, SSP is payable...
What is the legal difference between restructuring and redundancy?
Redundancy and restructuring are different concepts, where redundancy has clear negative connotations, while the other can be seen as more strategic, and thus more positively framed. As a result, employers may often try to refer to redundancies as a...
What is “the last straw” in constructive dismissal claims?
In the case of Marshall v McPherson Limited, Marshall was a night-shift HGV driver working for the large haulage company, McPherson Limited. After McPherson Limited introduced a new workplace system in May 2023, Marshall was feeling increasing pressure at...
Is “Vibing” a good enough reason to appoint a candidate?
In the case of Kalina v Digitas LBI Ltd, the Employment Tribunal dismissed claims of discrimination during recruitment when the employer (Digitas LBI Ltd) selected the candidate they felt they “vibed” with more. Two applicants had been interviewed and...
Consultation on non-compete clauses
In 2023, the Government reviewed post-termination non-compete clauses, and this review recommended that non-compete clauses should be limited to a three-month duration.The proposals went no further at the time due to the election; however, Labour have...
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