When an individual raises concerns regarding suspected wrongdoing, important legal considerations arise for organisations: it can lead to an internal investigation, the interest of regulatory authorities or litigation. A huge range of issues can arise in such situations and the rights of the whistleblower and available protections are key considerations. In addition, the approach and expectations of the authorities in the UK are changing, particularly with support being voiced for the idea of introducing financial rewards for whistleblowers.  ..read more

Emmanuelle Ries looks at some of the recommendations of the recent Treasury Committee report into Sexism in the City and argues it will take more than new rules and legislation to move the dial ..read more

Instant messaging is now a fundamental part of our working and personal lives. However, for financial services firms and their employees in particular, where the two areas overlap, serious employment and regulatory issues can arise.  ..read more

So, twenty plus years into your career, you think you understand your working life in the law. There are relentless phases, where you work to deadlines, late at night, early in the morning, where you learn to think clearly and rationally whatever time of day, learning to work in teams and to manage colleagues. You also learn to cope alongside any challenges in your personal life.  ..read more

The Buckland Review of Autism Employment, published in March 2024, has found that poor employer preparation, unfair hiring practices, unclear processes and outdated attitudes all play a role in maintaining the autism employment gap ..read more

During Prime Minister’s Questions this week, Nickie Aiken MP asked the Prime Minister to support the Fertility Workplace Pledge, launched in November 2023 ..read more

It is important for employers to ensure that the workplace remains neuro-inclusive throughout ..read more

This blog clarifies some key points surrounding the recent legislative changes to statutory holiday entitlements and pay, which took effect on 1 January 2024. The government has introduced new provisions and non-statutory guidance, simplifying explanations on annual leave and pay entitlements. While certain changes are already in force, others apply to leave years starting after April 1, 2024. Employers are urged to consider the impact of these changes on their business and ensure compliance with the evolving framework of rules ..read more

Yesterday, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) published new guidance on an employer’s legal obligations towards employees who experience menopause and perimenopause ..read more

New guidance on menopause in the workplace was issued today by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC ..read more