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The Right to be Accompanied: what’s it all about?

The Right to be Accompanied: what’s it all about?

Employees have a legal right to be accompanied to certain formal workplace meetings - but when does this apply, who can they bring, and what…

Wheels in Motion: why employers should embrace cycle to work schemes

Wheels in Motion: why employers should embrace cycle to work schemes

Bike Week 2025, the UK’s biggest celebration of cycling, is taking place this week. Bike Week is all about showcasing how cycling can fit into…

Breastfeeding at Work: lessons from the Gibbins harassment case

Breastfeeding at Work: lessons from the Gibbins harassment case

When employees return to work after maternity leave, many will still be breastfeeding. Employers have a legal and moral duty to ensure the working environment…

From Goodwill to Grey Areas: the legal side of volunteering

From Goodwill to Grey Areas: the legal side of volunteering

This week is Volunteers’ Week in the UK, an annual campaign to celebrate and recognise the contributions of volunteers. Many organisations engage volunteers as a…

Disability and Misconduct: the HR tightrope and how to walk it

Disability and Misconduct: the HR tightrope and how to walk it

Where an employee is accused of an act of misconduct in the workplace, the role of HR is usually clear and (fairly) straightforward: get an…

Notice Periods Explained: Employer Essentials on Pay, Procedure and Pitfalls

Notice Periods Explained: Employer Essentials on Pay, Procedure and Pitfalls

Navigating notice periods and pay can be a legal and logistical minefield for employers. Whether you’re drafting contracts, handling resignations, or managing dismissals, understanding your…