With a new Labour government comfortably moved into Whitehall, employers across England, Wales and Scotland should expect several employment law reforms to affect everyday business decisions in the coming months. Labour set...more
It's the run-up to bonus season in the UK and there is a lot to talk about. While the markets may have cooled down, the caps are off! In a controversial move, regulators removed the regulatory cap on banker's bonuses on 31...more
The UK's COVID-19 vaccination rollout is well under way. Many employers are hoping this will facilitate a return to the workplace in 2021 and may be considering whether they can make vaccination of their workforce mandatory....more
This advisory provides a summary of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme’s (CJRS) guidance on flexible furloughing, including the last date that employees can be furloughed for the first time, how long employees can be placed...more
The UK government is considering relaxing its lockdown restrictions, and our clients are starting to model what a return to the workplace may look like. Katten has set out some of the common questions we have been getting,...more
Amidst the constantly changing landscape here are the facts employers need to know today.
UK Government Support -
Is the Government stepping in to help employers with their payroll costs/protect wages?
Yes. On...more
In this time of uncertainty, employers face new challenges in the areas of workplace safety, regulating employee conduct, implementing new forms of work, administering employee leaves of absence, and controlling costs through...more
It's Just Banter, Right?
Living in this 'post Weinstein' world, the recent President's Club scandal has sparked efforts to bring the law in England and Wales into line with #metoo movement.
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2/9/2018
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Disabilities ,
Employee Monitoring ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Harassment ,
Hostile Environment ,
Sexual Harassment ,
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Wage and Hour ,
Work Schedules
Autumn Statement – Employment Issues
The Chancellor has issued an autumn statement setting out certain proposed fiscal changes in the UK. One of these is to the Employee Shareholder Status (ESS) regime, which is set to...more
Employees Working Abroad: Factors Supporting a Connection With Great Britain Giving Entitlement To Bring an Employment Tribunal Claim -
As you will be aware, even if an employee does not work for a UK employer or is not...more
When Do the ‘Self-Employed’ Qualify for National Minimum Wage and Holiday Pay?
This is a hot topic at the moment with three large employers under scrutiny for their pay structures:
Uber, the transport company, has...more
8/19/2016
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Foreign Nationals ,
Independent Contractors ,
Member State ,
Minimum Wage ,
Misclassification ,
Uber ,
UK ,
UK Employment Appeal Tribunal ,
Wage and Hour ,
Whistleblowers