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Gender pay likely to stay in the spotlight

The BBC found itself in a media storm last month, following the publication of salaries paid to its highest-earning stars, which revealed that only one-third of its 96 top earners were women, and the top seven were all men. Since then, staff at the Financial Times have threatened to strike over the paper’s reported 13% per cent gender pay gap.

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Supreme Court rule Employment Tribunal fees are unlawful

UNISON sought judicial review of the Fees Order because it unlawfully prevents/restricts access to justice.

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Good intentions not enough in wage calculations

Accurate calculations of the National Minimum Wage continue to cause headaches for employers, with an employment tribunal acknowledging the complexity, saying there is no single key to unlock every case.

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Whistleblowing and the Public Interest Test

On 10 July 2017, in the case of Chesterton Global Ltd (t/a Chestertons) & Anor v Nurmohamed, the Court of Appeal reached a decision after considering the meaning of the words ‘in the public interest’.

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PSC Regime: New deadlines for changes in company ownership

Businesses have new deadlines to comply with regulations around transparency of ownership under the so-called ‘PSC’ regime.

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Time to get excited: Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

Time to get excited?

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Why make a will?

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to put off important tasks, and writing a will is often one of them. However, having a will is crucial for ensuring your wishes are carried out after your death and providing peace of mind to your loved ones.

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What is ESG, and what does it mean for employers?

ESG is now a commonly used term growing in relevance for businesses.

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An employee’s guide to settlement agreements

Employees typically leave their jobs by serving notice and resigning, usually to start a new job elsewhere. However, an employer may decide to terminate an employee's employment contract, or the employee may resign amidst a dispute. In these scenarios, it is more than likely that a settlement agreement will come into play.

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Property Auctions: How a solicitor can be your key to success

We explain why solicitors are invaluable at ensuring buyers and sellers can navigate the legal complexities of auctioned properties. He explores the risks associated with property auctions and discusses solicitors' indispensable role in mitigating these risks.

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Are your business’s legal documents up to date?

New Year is an opportune moment for businesses to ensure their legal affairs are in order. One of the critical aspects of this process is the review and update of legal documents.

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Six Common Inheritance Tax Myths

Busting the misconceptions.

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