Working from home has become common for many workers in the UK and worldwide. However, a number of large global companies have announced that they will require remote workers to go back to the office. Our blog discusses whether you can (or should) require your workers to go back to the office.
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Misleading advertising: ASA upholds complaints against Gymshark and Vodafone
Our latest newsflash highlights two recent complaints upheld by the ASA, and provides guidance on how to avoid misleading the public.
Newsflash: Additional bank holiday announced to mark the King’s coronation
The Government has announced that Monday 8 May 2023 will be a bank holiday across the whole of the United Kingdom, to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. Find out about your obligations to staff in our recent blog.
Legal newsflash: Taking COVID-19 precautions protects employer in unfair dismissal claim
The Court of Appeal has confirmed that an employee was not unfairly dismissed after refusing to attend work during lockdown. An important factor in deciding this case was that his employer had taken the appropriate COVID-19 precautions in the workplace.
How to conduct right to work checks: Changes from 1 October 2022
Make sure you know how to conduct right to work checks from 1 October 2022, to avoid penalties and/or discrimination claims.
How to calculate holiday pay for part-year workers
The Supreme Court says settled practice is wrong! A guide on the right way to calculate holiday leave and pay for part-year workers.