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Mind-reading tech in the workplace – a good thing, or the end of the world as we know it?

03 August 2023

The ICO released its first report on neurotechnology on 8 June: a fast-emerging tech that records and processes data directly from an individual’s brain and nervous system (“neurodata”).

Wellbeing and human centric workspace challenge – The Great Office Occupier & Developer Debate

11 May 2022

Wellbeing is a difficult concept to pin down: it is both physical and intangible, practical and esoteric, and so can be tricky to measure with any accuracy. That said, the disruption from COVID-19 has provided an opportunity to create better, more human-centric workspaces.

Not so-far, Sofa Workshop (Brands & IP newsnotes - issue 3)

27 September 2015

If a trade mark proprietor does not make ‘genuine use’ of its marks, they may be vulnerable to attack from third parties.

AI 101: What are the infringement risks of using AI-generated works?

07 February 2023

This is the third article in our “AI 101” series, where the team at Lewis Silkin will unravel the legal issues involved in the development and use of AI text and image generation tools. In the previous article of the series, we considered questions of ownership and authorship when it comes to generating AI works. In this article we consider how those tools might be infringing IP rights and how the users of those tools might find themselves in hot water.

European Works Councils continue to exist in a post-Brexit UK

05 September 2023

In its first ever decision on European Works Councils, the Court of Appeal has confirmed that the EWCs of certain UK-based businesses continue to exist under UK law after the end of the Brexit transition period.

European Works Councils: abolition of the UK’s legal framework?

22 May 2024

As part of its efforts to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses, the government has initiated a consultation on its plan to remove the legal framework for maintaining legacy European Works Councils in the UK. We explore why the repeal of “ill thought through legislation” is likely to be welcomed.

Return to the workplace: Covid secure workplaces

23 August 2021

In this video Charlotte Morgan discusses what advertising agencies and other organisations should keep in mind during their re-opening plans.

Staffing decisions when reopening workplaces - flowchart

25 February 2022

We have updated our flowchart to help employers decide which employees should attend their workplace.

How can employers make their workplaces appeal to older workers?

02 February 2023

With older workers leaving the workforce in worrying numbers, this article considers what an “over 50s friendly” workplace might look like.

Toxic workplaces hit the headlines: a warning to employers to take steps to prevent and tackle workplace misconduct

27 April 2023

Organisational culture continues to experience considerable scrutiny following the findings of bullying by Dominic Raab and the recent allegations of misconduct and sexual harassment at the CBI. Although Raab was critical of where the Tolley Report set the bar in making these adverse findings, his response is at odds with evolving standards of workplace behaviour. What are these standards, and what can employers do to avoid a toxic culture?

BAME footballers, unconscious bias and the workplace

08 August 2017

A study published last year analysed the racial composition of professional football club leadership, looking at players, coaches and key decision-makers in Premier League and Football League clubs.

Calling time on workplace sexual harassment?

23 February 2018

A full inquiry into workplace sexual harassment has been announced by the Women and Equalities Committee. The aim of this Government inquiry is to uncover the true scale of the problem and consider what action employers and the Government can take to address it.

Workplace sexual harassment – Women and Equalities Committee urges radical reform

26 July 2018

The House of Commons Women and Equalities Committee (“WEC”) has published a report on sexual harassment in the workplace highlighting five points on which they are calling on the Government to take action. This follows an inquiry that was launched in February.

Neurodiversity, autism and the workplace

01 April 2019

“Neurodiversity” is a relatively new term, but increasing numbers of employers are seeking to plug their skills gap by developing a more neurodiverse workplace.

Class discrimination and the workplace: TUC propose new laws

12 September 2019

All employers will be required to tackle class discrimination if new proposals by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) are enacted.

Bisexuality and the workplace – don’t forget the B in LGBT+

23 September 2019

There have been major advances in lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (“LGBT+”) rights over recent years with, for example, leaps forward in marriage equality and the decriminalisation of homosexuality in India. But more progress needs to be made. How can employers support their bisexual staff and create diverse and welcoming workplaces?

Data privacy and trust in the workplace – is a profound shift underway?

02 July 2020

“It takes a lot to inform massive shifts in our thinking, ways we work, ways we live, ways we imagine our worlds. What it takes for that massive shift isn’t just technology, it is apparatus and systems sitting around that to make it appear trustworthy and safe.” Genevieve Bell Director 3Ai, VP and Senior Fellow at Intel

Covid-19: rethinking space, tech and workplace culture

15 July 2020

How will workplace culture evolve as a result of the Covid-19 crisis?