The Pensions Regulator's General Code Of Practice

EAT decision confirms that the key question is 'what effect does the discrimination have on the individual?'

The UK government has published a technical consultation on transitional provisions for the increase in Normal Minimum Pension Age (NMPA) from 55 to 57, effective April 2028. The draft legislation aims to protect individuals aged 55 or 56 who have already taken steps to access their pension benefits, ensuring these payments remain authorized and avoid tax penalties.

Employment tribunals are seeing a sharp rise in interim relief applications, with monthly filings now matching what used to be annual totals. These applications can force employers to continue paying dismissed employees' salaries and benefits for months while awaiting a final hearing, creating significant financial exposure even when the employee isn't working.

As we reported (available here), the EAT last year considered section 145B of the Trade Union Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act (TULR(C)A) for the first time

As businesses navigate technological advances and significant employment law reforms, workforce planning has become critical to success. But what happens when organisations fail to forecast future skills needs, and how can the legal risks of poor planning be minimised in an evolving regulatory landscape?

Privilege rules vary significantly across jurisdictions, so it’s important not to assume your home country position “travels”.

As we begin to approach the end of 2019, it is that time of year again when the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), in festive spirit, release their annual statistics for work related ill health,...

The Employment Rights Act 2025 brings sweeping reforms to UK employment law that will fundamentally reshape workforce management in the hospitality industry. From expanded sick pay entitlements and enhanced parental leave to new protections for zero-hours workers and revised unfair dismissal procedures, these changes demand immediate attention from hospitality employers. Are you ready to navigate these transformative legal requirements?

Employment law experts examine the evolving landscape of restrictive covenants across the UK and US, analyzing how legislative reforms and enforcement challenges are reshaping employer protections. The discussion covers team raids, trade secret litigation, and actionable strategies for businesses navigating this uncertain legal terrain.

As Parliament enters its summer recess, attention turns to how new Prime Minister Andy Burnham's leadership may shape the future of employment law in the UK. With many Employment Rights Act 2025 reforms still pending implementation, his track record as Greater Manchester mayor offers insights into potential policy directions. Will his commitment to 'good employment' principles signal further workplace reforms beyond the current legislative agenda?

In this short video, Richard Offord, Katie Hindley and Jonathan Rush provide a 5 minute primer on key pricing issues in commercial contracts.

In this four minute video, Rich Offord, Kirsty Emery and Jonathan Rush discuss what suppliers can do to make sure they get paid. Topics covered include tips on how to push back against customer demands for long payment...

Welcome to the second episode in our series of podcasts exploring the key legal issues relating to the development and use of artificial intelligence.

In the Spring edition of our biannual UK Legal update, we review recent developments in UK law and practice and scan the horizon for future changes which may have an impact on businesses operating in or trading with the UK.

From 2 August 2026, the EU AI Act requires businesses to disclose when people are interacting with AI systems, mark synthetic content for detection, label deepfakes, and inform individuals...

On 16 December 2025, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published its proposals relating to the prudential framework that will apply to firms authorised to carry on cryptoasset-related regulated activities under the new UK cryptoassets regulatory framework

The FCA has issued CP25/18: Tackling non-financial misconduct in financial services which starts the process of formalising non-financial misconduct in its rules.

The Budget 2024 included several measures impacting employer NICs, capital gains tax, employee share plans, and tax avoidance. Key changes include an increase in employer NICs, a reduction in NICs thresholds, and the introduction of mandatory payrolling for benefits in kind by 2026. Additionally, the government will address tax avoidance by umbrella companies and adjust beneficial loan rules. A consultation on Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) and Employee Benefit Trusts (EBTs) will also bring re

The UK government's National Security and Investment Act continues to evolve in its implementation and enforcement, raising important questions about regulatory scope, transaction timing, and compliance obligations.

Negotiating new trade agreements with the EU and other leading economies, including the US, Australia, China, India and South Korea, amongst others, will be one of the key priorities...