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This is the third article in our series of articles on the Captain Tom Foundation and the ongoing Charity Commission investigation.
Learn moreIt’s never nice to think about the possibility of premature death or long-term incapacity, but anticipating the unexpected is vital for business owners. Without the right planning, unforeseen circumstances can disrupt the trajectory of a business, sometimes with disastrous consequences. Business owners should have clear plans in place for the continuity and succession of businesses, regardless of size and structure.
Learn moreAccording to the National Centre for Domestic Violence, one in five adults will experience domestic abuse – whether that’s physical, sexual, psychological or financial - during their lifetime.
Ireland recently introduced the right to five days of paid domestic violence leave annually, to help those affected by domestic abuse to access the medical visits, legal advice and counselling they may need.
Learn moreWith the Edinburgh Festival season fast approaching, employers who hire workers on irregular hours or on a temporary basis should take heed of the potential pitfalls of a recent change in legislation around holiday pay.
Learn moreWith digital communications and tools such as WhatsApp firmly part of our daily lives, it’s no wonder that questions around what is, and is not, covered by Freedom of Information are arising. The Scottish Information Commissioner (“SIC”) recently launched an intervention into the Scottish Government’s use of tools such as WhatsApp.
Learn moreOn 1 October 2024, new UK-wide legislation on tipping will come into force, significantly altering the landscape for restaurants and other hospitality outlets. These changes mandate that tips must be passed onto all workers fairly without any deductions being made, with businesses required to have a written policy and keep records detailing how tips have been dealt with.
Learn moreThe Employment Rights Regulations 2023 comes into effect on 1 July 2024. The UK's Transfer of Undertakings Regulations provide legal protections for employees who are impacted when a business changes hands or a customer decides to outsource, re-tender or bring services in-house. Many find TUPE regulations complicated and time-consuming, however, it is crucial to get them right and stay legally compliant.
Learn moreIn today's fast-paced work environment, the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) presents a transformative shift in how businesses operate. On the one hand, there are unprecedented opportunities but on the other, there are significant risks.
Learn moreIn the words of Curtis Mayfield, as we ‘Move on Up’ towards the end of the working week it is important for both employers and employees to consider the causal connection between engaging in physical activity and positive mental health. Research has proven that individuals engaging in regular physical activity can alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, reduce stress levels, improve their mood and help to prevent physical illness.
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