Spouse Visa UK Fees 2025 Explained
Applying for a spouse visa is a significant step for individuals looking to live in the UK with their partner. For most applicants, one of the key considerations will be the spouse visa fees. In this guide to Spouse Visa UK fees, we set out the costs to expect when applying to come to the […]
National Living Wage Guide for UK Employers 2025
The National Living Wage (NLW) was introduced in the UK in 2016 with the aim of ensuring a fair wage for workers over a certain age. For employers of all sizes and sectors, keeping up with the latest wage rates and adhering to legal requirements is essential to avoid penalties and maintain a positive workforce. […]
UK International Sportsperson Visa Guide 2025
The UK International Sportsperson visa allows elite sportspeople and coaches to come to Britain to develop their sport at the highest level. It offers a simplified immigration route for elite sports coaches and internationally established sportspeople, replacing and merging the Tier 2 Sportsperson Visa and the sporting component of the Tier 5 Creative and Sporting […]
Team Relocations: Guide for Employers
Team relocations involve moving a group of employees to a new workplace location, either permanently or temporarily. Such moves may be driven by business needs, such as reducing costs, accessing new markets or consolidating operations. While relocations can offer benefits for organisations, they also present challenges for both employers and employees. As such, you will […]
TUPE Redundancy Guide for UK Employers 2025
When businesses undergo a transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or outsourcing, the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations, commonly known as TUPE, take effect with the aim of protecting employees’ rights. This means that, in most cases, employees should not see any changes to their contracts, pay, or benefits as a result of […]
HR1 Form for Redundancies
When making workforce redundancies, employers have to meet certain legal obligations, depending on factors such as the number of jobs that are at risk and the timeframe within which the redundancies will take place. In some cases, the employer may also be required to provide the Secretary of State advance notice of collective redundancies using […]
Employment Tribunal Rules & Procedures
If a workplace dispute cannot be resolved on mutually agreeable terms with an existing or former employee, you may find yourself defending a claim in the employment tribunal. This could be, for example, a claim for unlawful deduction of wages, unfair dismissal or unlawful discrimination. As an employer, by understanding the employment tribunal rules and […]
Employee Breach of Contract: Advice for Employers
An employee breach of contract occurs when an employee fails to fulfil their obligations under the terms of their contract of employment. Common examples include not providing the agreed notice period when resigning, breaching confidentiality agreements, or failing to comply with restrictive covenants, such as non-compete clauses. Such breaches can disrupt business operations and damage […]
Breastfeeding at Work Guidance for Employers
Returning to work after maternity leave can be a challenging transition, particularly for mothers who are breastfeeding or expressing milk. Breastfeeding at work refers to the arrangements and support provided to employees who wish to continue breastfeeding after returning from maternity leave. In the UK, employers have legal obligations to ensure breastfeeding employees are treated […]
Legal Working Hours in the UK Explained
The legal working hours rules in the UK should form an important part of the knowledge base of anyone responsible for organising and overseeing the working hours of members of staff. The following comprehensive guide for employers, HR personnel and line managers looks at the law on working hours, including rest periods and rest breaks, […]