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Lucy Lewis comments for HR Grapevine: Serena Williams Wimbledon return sparks maternity debate
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17 July 2018In an article for HR Grapevine, Lucy Lewis comments on the case of Serena Williams' seeding at this year's Wimbledon tournament and explains that the protection of a women's position at work must be proportionate, in connection with maternity leave, pregnancy or childbirth.
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Kathryn Weaver writes for The British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong: Closing the Gender Pay Gap
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16 July 2018In an article for The British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, Kathryn Weaver discusses gender pay gap and the implications for Asia-based employees of UK companies.
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Colin Leckey writes for HR Magazine: Who’ll take the global edge in the gig economy?
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16 July 2018In an article for HR Magazine, Colin Leckey discusses the potential competitive advantage countries have attracting and retaining companies in the gig economy, if they strike the right balance between flexibility and security.
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Linda Hynes writes for Legal Island: The Employment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2017 - does it go too far?
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16 July 2018In an article for Legal Island, Linda Hynes discusses the new Employment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2017 and what it means for employers.
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Karen Baxter comments for The Law Society Gazette: Five tips for parental leave
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10 July 2018In an article for The Law Society Gazette, Karen Baxter discusses parental leave and urges fathers to take paternity leave too.
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Nicholas Buckland comments for Music Week: Euro Parliament rejects copyright reform, full debate set for September
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10 July 2018In an article for Music Week, Nicholas Buckland comments on the European Parliament voting against beginning negotiations on the Copyright Directive including Article 13.
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Jonna Hunt comments for House of Commons Library briefing: The UK's points-based system for immigration
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09 July 2018In a report for the House of Commons Library briefing, Joanna Hunt comments on the governments ruling to exempt doctors and nurses from immigration cap.
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Kathryn Weaver comments for Human Resources Online: Same-sex couples in Hong Kong to be granted spousal visas in landmark ruling
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09 July 2018In an article for Human Resources Online, Kathryn Weaver comments that the ruling is a win for the LGBT community and will allow businesses in Hong Kong to attract more talented recruits.
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Alex Kelham comments for The Times: Froome’s race to restore reputation
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05 July 2018In an article for The Times, Alex Kelham discusses Chris Froome's uphill battle to restore his reputation and how the media's coverage could make a big difference to shake the negative perception.
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Kathryn Weaver comments for Law.com: Top Hong Kong Court Says Lesbian Couple Should Receive Spousal Visa
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05 July 2018In an article for Law.com, Kathryn Weaver comments on Hong Kong's highest court's decision to grant spousal visas to same-sex couples.
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Sara Cohen writes for Architect’s Choice
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03 July 2018In an article for Architect's Choice, Sara Cohen discusses the concept of business owners sharing ownership with employees.
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Emma Shears writes for PM Forum Magazine: Nothing changes if it isn't challenged
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02 July 2018In an article for PM Forum Magazine, Emma Shears discusses her own experiences of sexual harassment in the workplace and how some organisations are failing to deal with the issue.
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Andrew Osborne comments for City A.M.: World Cup 2018: Sporting Lisbon and Portugal stars William Carvalho, Gelson Martins and Bruno Fernandes' contract row could trigger a new Bosman ruling
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27 June 2018In an article for City A.M., Andrew Osborne discusses football players' rights if they choose to cancel their contract and the implications of doing so.
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Joanna Hunt writes for Free Movement: An NHS exemption will help, but the Tier 2 visa cap should go
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26 June 2018In an article for Free Movement, Joanna Hunt discuss the Home Office announcement that doctors and nurses will no longer be counted towards the cap on Tier 2 visas.
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Naomi Hanrahan-Soar comments for LexisNexis: New start-up visa could mark ‘shift towards more positive immigration policy’
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15 June 2018In an article for LexisNexis, Naomi Hanrahan-Soar discusses the implications of the new visa routes announced by The Home Secretary, adding that it will hopefully ‘mark a shift toward more positive immigration news and policy’.
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Alex Kelham writes for Sportcal: Top five brand issues at Fifa World Cup
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15 June 2018With the Fifa World Cup now under way, Alex Kelham provides advice on the top five issues facing brands over the month to come, in an article for Sportcal.
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Cliff Fluet writes for City A.M.: Bitcoin was just the beginning of the imminent blockchain era
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12 June 2018In an article for City A.M., Cliff Fluet discusses blockchain technology and how it's potential impact is "staking a claim as being the most talked about disruptor."
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Richard Moore writes for Law360: UK Employment Law Risks In Cross-Border M&A
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11 June 2018In an article for Law360, Richard Moore discusses the employment law considerations U.S. companies need to think about when acquiring U.K. based companies or assets, due to a number of differing fundamental employment principles.
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James Gill writes for Essential Retail - Connected Retail: Where next for IoT and GDPR
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07 June 2018Apparently, some 26 billion devices will be IoT (Internet of Things) connected by 2020, at least according to one estimate. The use of IoT is becoming increasingly ubiquitous - connected devices range from visible fitness and health wearables to less visible IoT devices embedded in fridges, heating systems, vehicles and cloud platforms. In the article, James asks, where next for IoT and GDPR?
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Joanna Hunt writes for HR review - Is the Tier 2 system in crisis?
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04 June 2018There is another potential crisis brewing for the Home Office. The last few months has seen a number of developments which expose the failings of the Tier 2 system, the work permit category of the immigration rules. Joanna Hunt asks, is the Tier 2 system in crisis?