As is always the case, every year in April, changes in employment law take place. This year is no different and this blog is a “snapshot” of some of the changes.
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Access to justice has been and always will be a significant challenge in all areas of law, and employment law is no exception. Back in 2013 Employment Tribunal Fees were introduced but then quashed in 2017 by the Supreme Court. However, a re-introduction of Employment Tribunal Fees was proposed on 29th January 2024.
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On 28 November 2023, the Department for Education published a report on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on UK jobs and training. Could your job be affected?
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After some high-profile matters arising at Universities a few years ago concerning freedom of speech, the Government have moved to put in place measures to protect freedom of speech on campus.
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Given the purported advances in steps being taken in employment law to prevent discrimination, one would have hoped that mothers in the workplace are facing greater protection. However, a recent study has published the results of a survey of over 24,000 parents which reveals discrimination faced by mothers in the workplace.
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It seems like we are entering a very new age of IT. It wasn’t long ago that remote working and emails on smart phones were the new normal, but there has been a lot in the news recently about Artificial Intelligence (“AI”). However, what does it mean, and is it all hype and no substance, or something we should be taking seriously?
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Following the government's announcement of a "returnerships programme" as part of the Spring 2023 Budget, it has published employer guidance on helping individuals return to work. It is intended to help those returning to work after a career break.
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Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, it is probably fair to say that it was more common to have employees in the office rather than working from home. Post-pandemic, the picture is quite mixed. The question posed in this blog is loaded and can be answered differently depending on your perspective as employee or employer or indeed depending upon your particular profession. In many ways, the answer depends on what output is being sought after.
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Tim Grainger, Partner and Head of Employment Law at Fiona Bruce Solicitors, recently completed
the Warrington Half-Marathon in a personal best of 1 hour 30 mins and 38 seconds.
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We’ve all recently enjoyed the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations, but as the dust settles, reflecting on the Queen’s Speech in the weeks that led up to those celebrations, what was announced that will have a bearing on Employment Law, impacting Employers and Employees in the weeks, months and years ahead?
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