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HK CFI finds investment bank did not breach implied terms of employment contract
10 September 2024In Yang Zhizhong v. Nomura International (Hong Kong) Limited, [2024] HKCFI 2192 the Court of First Instance dismissed a claim by a former senior employee for discretionary bonus, unvested bonus awards and wrongful termination.
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EU Digital Markets Act
06 September 2024The Digital Markets Act (DMA) entered into force on 1 November 2022 and came into effect from May 2023.
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Labour’s employment law policy dashboard
06 September 2024What employment law changes should we expect from the new Labour government? Our dashboard breaks down Labour’s plans by topic, explaining what each policy involves and its potential impact.
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New Deal talking points: how is Labour proposing to rebalance “one-sided flexibility”?
06 September 2024The Labour Party has expressed its commitment to ending what it calls “one sided flexibility”. How will its proposals in relation to zero-hour contracts and shift scheduling achieve this?
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Home Office confirms lower going rates for some sponsored jobs
05 September 2024If you are a sponsor of workers from abroad, you may have noticed that the Home Office’s guidance currently shows lower going rates for salary in some occupations than the figures shown in the Immigration Rules. This is not a mistake, and you can rely on the figures stated in the guidance.
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Increase in applications received for Hong Kong’s new Capital Investment Entrant Scheme – what it means for employers
04 September 2024The Government launched the new Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (new “CIES”) earlier this year, in line with its ongoing efforts to revitalise Hong Kong’s economy.
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Labour Court decides first appeals on European Works Councils operating in Ireland
02 September 2024In the first appeals decided under Ireland’s legislation on European Works Councils, the Labour Court has provided welcome guidance for multinational businesses that moved their European Works Councils to Ireland in light of Brexit.
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Significant changes to Ireland’s employment permit system
30 August 2024Regulations giving effect to the new Employment Permits Act 2024 were signed by the Government this week, with some of the changes under this new law coming into effect on Monday, 2 September. This new law is intended to significantly improve efficiency in the employment permit system, creating a more flexible and adaptable system better able to respond to the changing needs of the labour market and ensuring the protection of permit holders. In this article, we look at the key changes and what employers should know.
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Domestic Abuse ‘Safe Leave’– how will it work and what does it mean for employers?
30 August 2024The Department for the Economy in Northern Ireland has published a public consultation on the framework for the introduction of safe leave for employees experiencing domestic abuse. We review how the Department plans to implement this new right and provide guidance to employers to help them understand and fulfil their obligations.
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Next retail workers win equal pay claims
28 August 2024Next store workers have succeeded in their claims for equal pay after comparing themselves with warehouse workers. What does this mean for other employers, especially if you are in retail?
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Pricing and discount claims: WAS misleading, NOW compliant
28 August 2024In August 2024, the CMA issued updated guidance on reference pricing. As the consumer law REVOLUTION continues in the UK, this latest development offers important insight into the CMA’s approach to discount claims, and introduces important new standards.
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Employer discriminated because of pre-employment google search
28 August 2024A recent employment tribunal decision has highlighted the dangers of “googling” a candidate. Although a search might seem easy, risks relating to discrimination and processing of personal data are less straightforward.
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ICO puts social media and video sharing platforms on notice over children's privacy practices
28 August 2024The ICO has called on 11 social media and video sharing platforms to improve their children’s privacy practices, warning that where platforms do not comply with the law, they will face enforcement action.
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New Deal talking points: New details emerge on Labour’s right to switch off
27 August 2024Reports suggest that the new Labour government is considering introducing the ‘right to switch’ off by way of a code of practice. How might this work in practice? And what can we learn from other countries?
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‘Good Jobs’ talking points: How is the Department for the Economy proposing to reform zero-hours contracts?
23 August 2024Zero-hours contracts have captured significant press coverage over the years because of the perceived disadvantages for workers. In Northern Ireland, the use of zero-hours contracts is likely to be restricted or limited by the ‘Good Jobs’ Employment Rights Bill.
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Trade Mark Round Up Report 2024
20 August 20242024 has seen important trade mark cases and thought-provoking trade mark filing practices. Following on from our webinar, we’re pleased to be launching the third edition of our Trade Mark Round Up Report to reflect on some of the most interesting cases that we have seen recently.
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New Deal talking points: rehabilitation of offenders - will the government’s reforms fill the gaps?
20 August 2024Under the law on rehabilitation of offenders an employer cannot properly reject an application from someone because of a a conviction that has become “spent” and, if recruited, cannot properly dismiss them because of that conviction. We look at what that means in practice for both employers and people with convictions and the extent to which the government’s new Employment Rights Bill will affect things.
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‘Good Jobs’ talking points: Pregnancy redundancy protection and other enhanced family leave proposals
20 August 2024The ‘Good Jobs’ Employment Rights Bill proposes to introduce enhanced family rights, including additional legal protections for pregnant employees and those returning to work following maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. What are the implications of the proposed changes for employers in Northern Ireland?
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Digital, Commerce & Creative 101: How you can ease the logistical headache!
20 August 2024Businesses and consumers alike want their goods to be delivered accurately and quickly and for any returns to be processed swiftly. Logistics is an increasingly critical part of the supply chain and can include activities such as picking, packing, packaging, labelling, inventory management, transportation, customs clearance, warehousing and reverse logistics (returns).
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eVisa essentials for employers
19 August 2024The Home Office has announced that all biometric card holders can apply for an eVisa online. Affected individuals must apply to be able to view and prove their immigration status beyond 31 December 2024. Employers will have an important part to play in the transition process.