Employment Law
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Employment Law
A spring loaded with employer challenges
The government’s Spring Statement in March was never going to introduce sweeping changes to taxes or major new legislation. However, it is April that has seen the implementation of significant measures announced in last October’s budget or before. This blog highlights the implications for employers.
Employment law update
The upcoming changes to employment law in the UK for 2025 are set to bring significant transformations to the workplace and have far-reaching consequences for businesses. John McGrath from ARAG Law summarises the key areas for change and possible consequences for businesses to look out for.
Jingle bells and legal spells: Navigating Christmas laws
With the increased usage of social media, people’s behaviour at any work-related party can be posted to a global audience in seconds. As we approach the Christmas party season, DAS Law’s Grace Hughes takes a look at the new duty on employers on the prevention of sexual harassment in the workplace.
Our broken tribunal system isn’t fit for day-one employment rights
The Employment Rights Bill that has just been introduced is a landmark piece of legislation that sits at the heart of the new government’s agenda. This article sheds light on why a serious issue could undermine the very foundations of the proposed legislation and what it is intended to achieve.
Employment tribunal backlog getting worse, HMCTS data show
The significant problems in the employment tribunal system are getting worse, according to analysis of the latest tribunal figures released by His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunal Service. In this blog, Andy Talbot, ARAG’s director of marketing, ATE & broker comments on the latest data.
Sexual harassment in the workplace - A time for change
Changes around sexual harassment at work become law on 26 October 2024. This article explores the implications for employers in respect of their duties regarding the prevention of sexual harassment in the workplace.
The King’s Speech: A new deal for working people
The King’s Speech was delivered in Parliament on 17 July 2024. The speech outlined the new Government’s plan for legislative reform, which seeks to promote “security, fairness, and opportunity for all”. This article looks at the proposed bills and new legislation reform that hopes to achieve this.
Delivering better justice
The spring is always a busy time for ARAG, but this year has been exceptional. This blog provides an update on ARAG’s activities so far in 2024 and why, regardless of the next government, the business will be ready to adapt its policies and operations to provide access to justice for clients.
Employment law: Not such a quiet year
While 2024 may not have produced many headline-grabbing changes to employment legislation, it has seen numerous reforms. This article highlights changes impacting: taxation; National Insurance; working time and holiday entitlement; flexible working arrangements; the Equality Act 2010.
Get to know: Changes to employment law
On April 6 2024, new legislation came into force that will impact employees’ rights to time off in relation to paternity leave and carers leave as well as flexible working rights. In this content, ARAG’s partners at Law Express shed light on the latest changes to employment law.