How will the Budget announcement affect employers?
Nov 2024
It was predicted that the Budget would be jam packed being the first Labour Budget in 14 years - and there was certainly plenty in store for the employment sector. Here we look at some of the key changes that were outlined and how employers might be affected.
EmployLaw Employment
What might be in store for next week’s Budget speech?
Oct 2024
There has been much speculation surrounding new Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Labour Budget in office and she has made no secret about the “difficult decisions” that will need to be made. So, what might next week’s Budget speech look like and what are the likely targets?
Corporate & Commercial Employment
Think carefully before embarking on the “great giveaway”
Oct 2024
This month’s budget is hotly anticipated and there have been no secrets surrounding some of the tax raids that are potentially on the horizon. But, as speculation continues, be sure to think carefully if you’re planning to pass on cash or property.
Private Client
It’s time to take action – the new duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment
Oct 2024
It seems in recent years, unfortunately, that we have never been far from the next high profile case involving allegations of sexual abuse in the workplace. Last month allegations of widespread historical sexual abuse of female workers at Harrods by its former owner, Mohamed al Fayed, came to light during a BBC investigation. A year ago the fast food giant McDonald’s admitted it was receiving up to two sexual harassment claims every week.
EmployLaw Employment
One in five weddings now start with a prenup
Sep 2024
New research has revealed more couples than ever are opting to sign agreements before getting married. But why?
Family
Q&A: Is £200,000 enough to retire on?
Aug 2024
I had a health scare last year and while I'm fit and well now, it got me thinking about the future and I want to spend more of my time doing the things I enjoy with the people I love.
I've worked all my life and paid into a pension that is now worth around £200,000. Even though I have paid off my mortgage, I'm worried this isn't enough to live on if I retire. Is there a "magic number" we should all be aiming for, or will we all be working forever?
I've worked all my life and paid into a pension that is now worth around £200,000. Even though I have paid off my mortgage, I'm worried this isn't enough to live on if I retire. Is there a "magic number" we should all be aiming for, or will we all be working forever?
Private Client
Q&A: Can I ask my employer to go home if office temperatures are too high?
Aug 2024
I work in an old office building that has no air con and the open windows offer very little in the way of relief. One of my colleagues told me that they are aware of a legal obligation, that our employer has to allow us to go home if it is too hot to work.
Is this true? What are my rights and can I make a request to my employer that I can go home if temperatures get too high?
