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Compulsory vaccination rules: can they apply to vegans? Colin Leckey comments for The Telegraph
Press
30 July 2021Legal experts say proposals to make vaccination compulsory raise some challenging issues, for example whether vegans could be exempt under equalities laws.
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Bosses navigate ethical minefield as 'jabs for jobs' demand grows: Colin Leckey comments for The Telegraph
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30 July 2021Only a handful of employers in the UK have so far committed to the policy of compulsory vaccines, but that could soon change.
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The fate of statues under the new National Planning Policy Framework: Sara Hanrahan writes for Property Week
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30 July 2021On 20 July, MHCLG published its latest revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). One notable amendment, a modification to the application process for the removal of historic statues, is a political hot potato.
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New duties to prevent sexual harassment – but not yet
29 July 2021The government has committed to introducing a new proactive duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment, alongside considering new laws which would make employers liable if third parties harass their employees and possibly extending the time limit in which to bring discrimination claims. It is likely to be some time, however, before any changes are put into effect.
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Employer loses discrimination claim after trying to reduce gender pay gap
28 July 2021An Employment Tribunal decision involving an ad agency has highlighted the dangers for employers of taking an overly aggressive approach to reducing gender pay gaps. It also provides a reminder that all discrimination is unlawful, even where the victims are from a historically privileged group.
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Innocent partners may not be liable for losses caused by the fraudulent conduct of rogue partners
28 July 2021In July 2021 the Court of Appeal held that innocent partners in a firm of solicitors are not always liable to former clients of the firm for losses caused by the acts of a fraudulent partner[i].
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Ads & Brands Law Digest: July 2021
27 July 2021Welcome to the July 2021 issue of our monthly Ads & Brands Law Digest.
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The right to disconnect – should employers act now?
27 July 2021As the holiday season gets underway, most of us feel the need for a break. But should people have the right to disconnect? In the final of our three-part series of articles exploring topical holiday issues, we explore the mounting pressure on government and employers to require us to switch off.
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Lewis Silkin advises Sideshow Group on its acquisition of TRGT Digital
Deal
26 July 2021Lewis Silkin has advised Sideshow Group, the award-winning independent digital agency, on its acquisition of TRGT Digital. The acquisition is Sideshow’s first since Waterland Private Equity made a significant investment in February, to support its ambitious growth plans.
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Key immigration action points for HR in the second half of 2021
26 July 2021The post-Brexit grace period came to an end on 1 July 2021. Free movement has been replaced in the UK by the domestic immigration system, including the new Points-Based Immigration System (PBIS).
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Workforce testing – FAQs for employers
26 July 2021Testing for Covid-19 is an option for employers hoping to encourage employees to return to the workplace, control the spread of the virus and increase customer and staff confidence. These FAQs cover the legal issues and considerations that employers should take on board when considering or using a testing programme.
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Coronavirus vaccination - FAQs for employers
26 July 2021Employers are facing many difficult and untested employment law issues as the UK rolls out its Covid-19 vaccination programme. These FAQs cover whether an employer can make vaccination compulsory for its employees, alternatives to a mandatory requirement, time off for vaccine appointments, dealing with vaccine objectors, data privacy concerns and other issues.
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Coronavirus – FAQs on managing a safe return to work
23 July 2021Employers are facing many employment law issues as the guidance on working safely during the Covid-19 pandemic continues to evolve. These FAQs cover employers’ health and safety obligations, including risk assessments, risk control measures and responsibilities towards employees who are advised to self-isolate.
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Using the NHS Covid pass for staff
22 July 2021The new NHS Covid pass offers businesses an easy way of discovering an individual’s Covid status but there are legal issues to consider first. This insight considers the key data protection and equalities issues raised by using the pass for staff.
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Coronavirus – our sixth employer survey
22 July 2021We have resumed our Covid benchmarking series to find out how employers are responding to the lifting of lockdown restrictions.
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Hague Convention - Obtaining Evidence In England And Wales For Use In Another Jurisdiction
Inbrief
22 July 2021Parties to proceedings in other jurisdictions often need access to evidence located in England and Wales. This guide explains how to obtain evidence in England and Wales for use in another jurisdiction.
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Misrepresentation: the pitfalls of pre-contract statements
Inbrief
22 July 2021Prior to the conclusion of a contract parties will often make statements to each other - during negotiations, in tender documents and in a variety of other ways. Most pre-contract statements are carefully considered. But sometimes statements are made which are false or misleading. When false statements induce an innocent party to enter into a contract the consequences can be serious.
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Lewis Silkin LLP shortlisted for the UK Social Mobility Awards
Press Release
21 July 2021Lewis Silkin LLP has been shortlisted in the Community Programme of the Year category in the UK Social Mobility Awards 2021. Lucy Lewis has also been shortlisted in the UK Social Mobility Awards 2021 in the Champion of the Year category
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What the government’s vow that it no longer wants to ‘rip up’ the system tells us about the forthcoming planning bill: Sara Hanrahan comments for Planning Resource
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21 July 2021The government response to consultation feedback on the planning white paper has been pushed back from its original spring deadline to the autumn, while the housing secretary has promised that ensuing changes will be council-led. Commentators say that a significant government retreat is on the cards.
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How the government’s infrastructure levy rethink is set to affect applicants and authorities: Sara Hanrahan comments for Planning Resource
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21 July 2021The government has backpedalled on its proposal for a national flat-rate infrastructure levy. But its latest signals could herald the elimination of section 106 developer contributions and mandatory levies for all councils, say commentators.