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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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Family court hearings: What are these and when do they apply?

When relationships break down, it’s not always possible to sort out between yourselves where the children will live. In situations like this, the family courts in England and Wales provide a structured way to resolve disputes, with the child’s welfare at the centre of all decisions. But what are family court hearings, what do they deal with, and when might you find yourself involved in one?

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Business structures in the UK: Choosing the right option for your new venture

Starting your own business is an exciting challenge, but before you take your first steps, choosing the right business structure is essential. Your decision at the outset can influence everything from how you’re taxed to how much personal financial risk you take on.

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Different minds demand a different mindset

As diagnoses of ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence increase, the challenge for employers is no longer awareness, but action. From legal obligations under the Equality Act to the cultural shift in how we understand difference, the workplace is being rewired.

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Capacity and client care: Supporting older and vulnerable clients with expertise and empathy

Capacity is a complex yet essential area of private client law. Supporting older and vulnerable individuals requires a combination of legal expertise, emotional intelligence, and ethical diligence to protect their rights, dignity, and autonomy.

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Strategic lifetime gifting

How to minimise your IHT liability during your lifetime.

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Navigating directors’ duties

Legal responsibilities and risks for UK company directors

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