Redundancy Settlement Agreement Guide
Settlement agreements are generally used by employers to settle potential employment claims, but they are also commonly used as an alternative to dismissal by redundancy. Notwithstanding the reasons for making someone redundant, the employer must still follow a fair and lawful redundancy process. Using a settlement agreement in a redundancy situation can help to avoid […]
Mental Health Discrimination at Work: Employer Guide
Mental health discrimination at work refers to when an employee or job applicant is treated unfairly because of a mental health condition. Under the Equality Act 2010, employers have a legal duty to prevent discrimination by reason of a mental health condition that can be classed as a disability, and to make reasonable adjustments to […]
Philosophical Beliefs & Workplace Discrimination
UK discrimination laws are wide-reaching and complex. One area that is currently subject to debate and development is philosophical beliefs. People can hold vastly different views and beliefs, and employment tribunals typically give the meaning of ‘philosophical beliefs’ a wide interpretation, which can often be a source of much uncertainty as to the extent to […]
Implied Terms in Employment Contracts Explained
The contract of employment is a legally binding agreement between employer and employee, setting out the terms and conditions governing the working relationship between the parties, including their rights and responsibilities. Employment contracts comprise both express terms and implied terms, which employers must understand to avoid breaching the provisions. In this guide of employers, we […]
Schengen Visa 2026: Who Needs, Requirements & Apply
The Schengen visa allows individuals to travel freely within the Schengen Area, which includes 27 European countries that have removed internal border controls. It is a short-stay visa that permits visits for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for purposes such as tourism, business, visiting family, or attending events. To apply for a […]
EUSS Family Permit for the UK
The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) family permit allows certain family members of EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens who were living in the UK by 31 December 2020 to join them for up to six months. It is free to apply and permits the holder to work, study, and travel in and out of the UK […]
Dependency Leave: Guide for UK Employers
As an employer, supporting employees dealing with emergencies at home forms part of your duty to safeguard their wellbeing and helps promote positive working relations. However, you also face the challenges of maintaining operations and minimising disruption and impact on your workforce when employees are absent without, or with limited, notice. In this guide, we […]
Bullying at Work: Employer Responsibilities & Laws
Bullying at work, from ‘banter’ to discriminatory behaviour, can create a toxic workplace environment and negatively impact employee wellbeing and productivity. Employers have a legal and moral duty to prevent and address bullying at work. Failure to do so can lead to claims such as constructive dismissal where there individual has resigned, as well as […]
Improving Global Mobility Efficiency
Global mobility leaders, much like the rest of the business community, are under continued pressure to deliver operational efficiencies and make cost savings. But improving global mobility efficiency translates into benefits beyond cost reductions. Enhanced operational precision and accuracy creates more robust compliance practices, and alleviating demands on mobility professionals’ time enables focus on strategic […]
Tier 1 Entrepreneur ILR Guide
Tier 1 Entrepreneur ILR applications must be made by 5 April 2025. This follows the deadline for Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa extension applications on 5 April 2023, and the closure of this visa route to new applicants in 2019. This means if you’re currently living in the UK with valid leave as a Tier 1 […]