Parents and primary carers who suffer the loss of a child will be entitled to at least two weeks’ paid parental bereavement leave from April 2020, the government has confirmed.
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Majority of UK business still not budgeting for post-Brexit immigration
Despite a possible exit date looming, the majority of UK businesses are unprepared for recruiting talent in a post-Brexit world, new research reveals.
Are your HR policies strong enough to withstand a potential lawsuit?
Lawsuits – even those with unsubstantiated claims – are a risk to every business. The problem for you as a business owner is that lawsuits are time-consuming and expensive to fight.
What can employers do to avoid sexual harassment claims?
In light of high profile cases of harassment in the workplace involving Ted Baker chief Ray Kelvin and Topshop owner Sir Philip Green, Emma Bullen from MHR provides practical advice on how employers can protect themselves from sexual harassment claims.
How would HR deal with Alan Partridge?
As the BBC have decided to welcome fictional news presenter Alan Partridge back after a 24-year hiatus, the controversial Norwich native is sure to raise some interesting issues for HR to deal with.
How do I get legal advice without upfront legal costs?
Practically every area of life requires some form of legal advice; taking up a new job, going through a divorce, planning to write a will, selling a property, these are some of the activities of everyday life that are intertwined in law.
“Under my Umbrella”: What UK businesses can learn from Rihanna about protecting their brands
As singer Rihanna is taking her father to court in the US in a trademark dispute we look at what business can learn from the Grammy Award winning singer.
How best to handle an allegation of sexual harassment in a company
Last year was a year of headlines for women’s rights with the Time’s Up and #MeToo movements shining the spotlight on inequality and abuse.
Court of Appeal says Uber drivers are workers
The Court of Appeal handed down its decision last week in the ongoing employment status case brought against Uber by a group of London drivers.
How your business can avoid getting the sack from its gig economy workers
The ‘gig economy’ workforce is not only a great resource for businesses, but is an increasingly popular option for many.
The importance of maintaining cyber security in your business
As October marks Cyber Security Month, there’s no better time for small businesses to take a look at their handling of company data.
How to keep your business intact when divorce strikes
Matrimonial Consultant and Family Lawyer Sheela Mackintosh-Stewart shares her advice on how to aid business survival in the event of a marriage breakdown.
Business law — 5 awareness areas for SMEs
SMEs aren’t exempt from complying with a host of legal requirements — but a lack of resources and expertise means they might not be as cognizant as larger counterparts.
Louboutin wins trademark legal battle over red soles
Europe’s highest court has backed Christian Louboutin in its battle to protect its distinctive red soles.
The ICO debate
Breakthroughs are constantly open to criticism. Whether it’s a technological marvel or a new government policy, each new idea is put to the test and judged by the masses, and the authorities.
