On 31 March 2026, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) published its Report, “Recruitment Rewired: an update on the ICO’s work on the fair and responsible use of automation in recruitment”, setting out its findings and regulatory expectations for employers using
A recent Court of Appeal judgment in the important whistleblowing cases Wicked Vision and Barton Turns highlights the need for employment law reform. To quote from its final sentence:
“It is plainly unsatisfactory that the construction of this legislation has
As 2026 begins, the UK is entering a period of the most substantial reform of employment rights in a generation. The Employment Rights Act 2025 (“ERA 2025”) became law in December 2025 following extensive Parliamentary debate and marks a decisive
The festive season is a time for joy, connection, and celebration. Yet for employers, it also brings heightened risks. Work social events, whether Christmas parties, drinks after work, or team dinners, are legally considered an extension of the workplace. That
This week is Anti-Bullying Week, an important opportunity to reflect on workplace culture and the need to create environments where respect and inclusion are the norm. Despite increased attention on this issue, recent research highlights that one in seven workers
A recent High Court decision highlights the importance of seeking legal advice when dealing with exit negotiations involving share plans. In this case, the High Court found that the CEO of Global Data plc did not exercise discretion under a
To scale up successfully will necessarily involve increasing headcount. It is crucial for tech companies to understand the challenges that come with a growing workforce. From hiring practices to contract structuring and managing flexible workforces, this article discusses the key
The COVID pandemic was a difficult time for businesses, and many legitimately relied on financial support provided through government schemes to help them to survive and retain employees. However, it is estimated by HMRC that circa £10billion was also lost as
In June the Ministry of Justice announced new legislation under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 which affects NDAs and confidentiality clauses.* Related guidance, published at the beginning of June, sets out the impact of this legislation on the enforceability
Digital nomadism – working remotely from outside the UK – is on the rise. Some estimates suggest 165,000 British citizens are living and working abroad as digital nomads for on average seven months of the year. But allowing staff to
