In conversations with HR professionals, we are already hearing two contrasting assumptions: some say “it won’t affect us because we already have a recognised union” whilst others say “it won’t affect us because we don’t have a recognised union.” So,
More about The new ‘right of access’ for trade union: what employers need to knowWhat does the market data show? On 8 July 2026, the London Stock Exchange (“LSE“) announced that Wayve had completed its first transaction on the LSE’s Private Securities Market. The $85 million employee tender allowed current employees to sell vested shares
More about PISCES gathers momentum: early transactions and the road aheadTaken together, these changes mark a fundamental shift in risk for employers. Decisions that were once low‑risk — dismissals during probation or exiting senior employees on settlement agreements close to the “cap” — will require a more considered approach. A
More about Unfair dismissal reform: what employers need to know now1 April 2026 1) National Minimum Wage From 1 April 2026, national minimum wage increases will take effect as follows:- Minimum Wage change Apprentices Increase from £7.55 to £8 per hour Under 18 years old Increase from £7.55 to £8
More about Annual changes to compensation limits, statutory payments and National Minimum WageDue to the statistics on cancer diagnoses, HR professionals are likely to face situations where an employee or worker discloses a cancer diagnosis and / or requires support in dealing with the same. Treatment can be time consuming and intensive
More about Reflecting on World Cancer Day and how employers can support employees living with cancerOn Royal Assent – December 2025 The ERA 2025 repealed the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023, which previously allowed the Secretary of State to set minimum service levels for strikes in “relevant services”, such as health, transport and education.
More about The Employment Rights Act: what’s already in and what’s coming up firstSTAGE 1: Auction opening and indicative offers The starting point in M&A auctions is usually the preparation of an information memorandum by the seller about the target and the opportunity to acquire it. This is circulated – subject to a
More about Under the hammer – the auction process in M&ABelow are five essential steps to help you maximise value and minimise risk during your business sale. 1. Start Planning Early Where possible, exit planning should start years before you intend to sell. Early preparation gives you the flexibility to
More about Selling your business: 5 steps to optimise your exit strategyWhat is a Bad Leaver Clause? A bad leaver clause typically appears in a shareholders’ agreement, articles of association, or a sale and purchase agreement of shares (SPA). It defines the circumstances in which a departing shareholder must transfer their
More about Bad buyers and bad leavers: sellers face an imbalanced fightTo view this service offering as a pdf, please click here. Effectively tackling the issue of sexual harassment in the workplace has never been more important. For years, many employers have believed that a generic policy was sufficient. However, following
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