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  • The ERA era: The changes implemented so far

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    The ERA era: The changes implemented so far

    The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduced the most significant changes to UK employment law in decades, but its reforms are being implemented in phases. This article sets out the key changes that have come into force so far, including updates on sick pay, trade union law, family leave rights, enforcement and record‑keeping, and explains what…

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Employment law changes 2024: Progress report for HR

To assist HR professionals as they plan for 2024 and beyond, we round up the major legislative changes …
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The Worker Protection Bill: What protection does it offer?

The Worker Protection Bill, although diluted from its original form, aims to create a duty for employers to …
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Social media misconduct at work: Employment tribunal round‑up for HR leaders

Get clear, actionable takeaways from employment tribunal rulings on social media misconduct. Ideal for HR professionals managing digital‑era …
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Good work plan 2018: Continuity of employment changes

The Government has announced plans to change the way breaks in employment are treated. Learn how these changes …
HR News

Pilot who provided fake reference from Star Wars villain ordered to repay training costs

Explore the tribunal case of a pilot who used a fake Star Wars reference and was ordered to …
HR News

Tribunal finds individual’s severe eczema to be a disability

Learn the essential facts behind the tribunal decision recognising severe eczema as a disability and understand the factors …
HR News

Ready Mixed Concrete (South East) Ltd v Ministry of Pensions and National Insurance

Learn how the Ready Mixed Concrete case shaped the test for employment status, with a clear summary of …
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Cassidy v Ministry of Health [1951]: Understanding vicarious liability in UK employment law

Discover the legal principles from Cassidy v Ministry of Health [1951]. This case shaped employer liability and negligence …
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Mersey Docks v Coggins & Griffith: Key case facts

Discover the essential findings from Mersey Docks and Harbour Board Ltd v Coggins & Griffith, including how courts …

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