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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...
The Employment Rights Bill becomes an Act
The Employment Rights Bill cleared the final Parliamentary hurdle on the 16th of December, when the House of Lords agreed to the Act. The Government had to make a major concession to unfair dismissal rights to get the Bill through the House of Lords, with...
New Statutory Rates Announced
The Government has set out its proposed new statutory rates, which will take effect from the 6th of April 2026. The average gross weekly earnings required to qualify for statutory pay are proposed to increase from £125.00 or more per week to £129.00 or...
Preparing for the Christmas party
Whilst fun and festive, as the alcohol flows, inhibitions fall and the risk of someone doing or saying something inappropriate increases.From embarrassing photos posted on social media to drunken fights and allegations of sexual harassment, the office...
Statement of changes to immigration rules
On the 14th of October 2025, the UK government released a statement of changes to the Immigration Rules.The main changes are as follows:Increased English language requirementFrom the 8th of January 2026, applicants entering as a skilled worker or through a...






