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The Reddit strike and the outer edges of work
12 July 2023The recent “strike” by Reddit social media moderators offers a fascinating insight into ways the world of work is evolving to offer new opportunities – but also pose new challenges – for organisations and their management. Technological developments are challenging our ability to determine fundamental questions such as – what is work? Who does it? What are the mutual rights and obligations in these novel relationships?
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Labour party proposals to strengthen rights and protections – spotlight on zero-hour contracts
12 July 2023In the next article in our series exploring the Labour party’s plans to reform employment law, we spotlight their proposals to ban zero-hour contracts. Labour views the ban as one of a number of necessary measures aimed at creating “more and better jobs” and “improving job security”. If implemented, these proposals will have a significant impact on businesses that rely on these types of arrangements.
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Post-Brexit legal reform: Lewis Silkin responds to consultation on plans to reform EU-based employment law
11 July 2023The government’s consultation on plans to reform retained EU employment laws after Brexit has now closed. We’ve put in our response.
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5 Key Outtakes from the 2023 Superyacht Investor Conference
10 July 2023How superyacht owners can maximise emerging trends in the charter market.
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The Building Safety Act 2022 – Key Takeaways
07 July 2023The Grenfell disaster led to the realisation that many buildings in the UK have historical fire safety defects that are either associated with their original construction or later refurbishment. In response, the Government introduced the Building Safety Act 2022 (“BSA”) which came into force from April 2022 and contains various leaseholder protections which exempt them, in certain circumstances, from paying any remediation costs.
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Factsheet - Innovator Founder
06 July 2023We have produced a useful factsheet on the Innovator founder requirements.
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Factsheet - International Sportsperson Dependant
06 July 2023We have produced this factsheet on the International Sportsperson Dependent visa.
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Wealth Report 2023 – a picture of changing times and a wealth of opportunity.
06 July 2023Knight Frank recently published the 17th edition of its Wealth Report. This highlights the shift from wealth creation on the back of the post-covid bounce-back to the legacy of that economic rebound.
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Renters (Reform) Bill explained
04 July 2023On 17 May 2023, the Government introduced the long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill to the Commons to “bring in a better deal for renters” in the private rented sector (PRS) and make significant changes to the Housing Act 1988 (HA1988).
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How to deal with a civil penalty notice for illegal working
03 July 2023The Home Office is currently focusing on identifying and penalising illegal working. Where illegal working is found, an employer may be liable to pay civil penalty of up to £20,000 per illegal worker, and may also suffer adverse consequences for their business. It is therefore beneficial for employers to understand how to deal most effectively with a civil penalty if received.
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Labour party proposals to strengthen rights and protections – spotlight on employment status
03 July 2023In this article in our series exploring the Labour party’s proposals to reform employment law in the event of a change in government at the next general election, we spotlight their proposals on employment status. If implemented, these proposals will have a significant impact on all businesses, but particularly those with flexible business models heavily reliant on workers.
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Plugging the leaks: what’s the future for the regulation of umbrella companies?
03 July 2023There has been a clear shift in the UK labour market in recent years in the way companies engage workers, with an increased number of mechanisms available for doing so. In particular, this has seen the growth in the use of intermediaries, including umbrella companies. This article looks at recently published consultation on how best to regulate these entities.
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How will my UK immigration permission be issued if I am a Skilled Worker or Creative Worker?
03 July 2023The below table provides a general summary of when an applicant for UK immigration permission as a Skilled Worker or Creative Worker will receive physical evidence of their status and when they will receive digital status only. It does not cover all forms of UK immigration permission (notably under the EU Settlement Scheme) and does not constitute legal advice.
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Behind door number three we have...
30 June 2023There are three types of property you can acquire in England for SDLT purposes – residential, non-residential and mixed use. Mixed used properties are properties that consist of both residential and non-residential elements. An example of this is a building consisting of a shop and a flat.
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Changes to SMS updating requirements for employers
29 June 2023The Home Office has confirmed that Key Personnel on sponsor licences will be asked to provide their national insurance number, and also that (contrary to sponsor guidance that was updated in March 2023) sponsors are not required to report hybrid working arrangements for their sponsored workers.
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Retained EU law bill becomes law: what’s the practical impact on employers?
29 June 2023New legislation designed to speed up the process of reforming EU-based laws is now in force. As the government’s bill to exploit the regulatory freedoms of Brexit becomes law, we look at the immediate, mid-term and longer-term impact on employment law from the employer’s perspective.
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EMI options: Top 10 mistakes uncovered on an exit – and how to avoid them
29 June 2023In this article we explore Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) options, an extremely popular employee incentive mechanism for qualifying small and medium sized companies, thanks to their unrivalled tax benefits and the flexibility permitted around setting their terms.
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Manifestation of beliefs in the workplace: welcome guidance on proportionality
29 June 2023The Employment Appeal Tribunal has upheld an appeal against the employment tribunal’s decision that a Christian employee of a secondary school was not discriminated against after being dismissed following Facebook posts which were perceived as anti-LGBT+. In reaching its conclusion, the EAT set out detailed guidance on how to determine whether action taken in these circumstances is proportionate, an assessment the employment tribunal had failed to apply.
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Neonatal leave and pay – the new law
28 June 2023The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 received Royal Assent on 24 May 2023, providing parents with a right to 12 weeks’ leave and pay when their baby requires neonatal care in addition to existing parental leave entitlements. However, the new rights will not come into force until April 2025. We explain what the new entitlement to leave and pay looks like and what it means for employers.
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Court orders summary judgment against employer for failure to reimburse expenses incurred for the benefit of the business
28 June 2023On 6 April 2023, the Court of First Instance granted summary judgment to a former employee of a Hong Kong company for various payments and benefits owed to the employee.