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Unsigned contracts prior to performance
29 May 2024Though not best practice, it is not uncommon for parties to begin to perform duties under a contract before it is signed. When this situation arises, the question is what terms, if any, are the parties bound by?
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Contractual good faith
29 May 2024The concept of good faith is something of a problem child in contract law. English law has no general doctrine of good faith in contracts. The law has traditionally prized party autonomy in contract formation. That being the case, contracting parties are free to agree to include duties and obligations of good faith in their agreements. This is frequently done, and so despite the absence of a good faith doctrine, the English courts have nevertheless grappled with the question of what is meant by a duty of good faith when interpreting contracts containing such provisions.
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Holiday entitlement and pay
31 May 2024Holiday entitlement and pay is regulated by the Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR). The law in this area can be complex, and there are different rules for different types of worker. This Inbrief gives an overview of an employer’s main obligations relating to holiday entitlement and pay under the WTR. This Inbrief covers the legal position in England, Wales and Scotland. The law in Northern Ireland is different in some respects (please contact us for support if needed).
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Employees can waive future claims under a settlement agreement
18 June 2024An employee waived his right to bring future employment claims when he signed a settlement agreement on transfer to a long-term disability benefits scheme, according to a recent decision. The waiver was valid even though it covered future claims. It meant that the employee could not complain about the lack of any salary review when participating in the scheme.
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Auctioning off privacy
21 June 2024A well known auction house with operations in Hong Kong was recently hit by a major cyberattack, resulting in a shutdown of its website just days before its spring auctions began. The ransomware group, RansomHub, claimed to be behind the cyberattack and threatened to release sensitive personal information of at least 500,000 clients worldwide unless a ransom was paid.
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Skilled Worker sponsor licence suspensions and revocations surge
24 June 2024The Home Office has markedly increased the level of Skilled Worker sponsor licence suspensions and revocations in the first quarter of 2024. There are also indications a focus on sponsorship compliance will continue under the next government.
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What a Labour government means for legal migration
05 July 2024In our post-election episode on The Agenda podcast, two of our Immigration Partners, Supinder Sian and Naomi-Hanrahan Soar take stock of what Labour has promised policy-wise on legal migration to the UK – a more evidence-led and cross-government approach to managing the numbers, as well as more closely linking immigration sponsorship with industrial strategy. They also share their views on digitalisation of the system, cost and other areas that should be top of the agenda for the incoming government.
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5 key considerations when entering into a loan agreement
15 July 2024Lending agreements can be quite restrictive on borrowers. If your business is entering into a loan agreement, this article outlines some key considerations for borrowers.
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Tribunal decision shows the cost of failing to follow collective bargaining process
15 July 2024A recent Employment Tribunal decision highlights the costly pitfalls for unionised employers bypassing collective bargaining by making direct offers to employees.
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EAT rules that Irish law applies to European Works Council agreement post-Brexit
15 July 2024The Employment Appeal Tribunal has rejected HSBC European Works Council’s appeal that it continues to exist under UK law and that UK employees are entitled to representation on it. Is it finally clear what Brexit means for EWCs?
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Welcome to Issue 03 of The Collective Quarterly
17 July 2024Our newest collection of articles explores the trends, opportunities and challenges faced by businesses across the creative economy, tech and science sectors. While there is often a legal aspect to each piece – we are lawyers after all - we also look beyond that to consider wider insights and ideas transforming change.
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People-focused solutions for global skills shortages
18 July 2024Employers worldwide are currently facing significant challenges in recruiting and retaining top talent. The pandemic and demographic changes have narrowed the recruitment pool and transformed the way we work, prompting employees to seek greater flexibility and autonomy. As a result, employers must innovate by considering a mix of options to meet their staffing needs.
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Promoting positivity in the workplace
22 July 2024Catherine Hayes and Linda Hynes write for Retail News
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Hong Kong Government plans to expand the scope of the Sexual Conviction Record Check Scheme
23 July 2024The Hong Kong Government has announced its plans to expand the existing Sexual Conviction Record Check (“SCRC”) scheme to enhance the protection of children and mentally incapacitated persons (“MIPs”) from sexual abuse.
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Top 3 visa tips for international performers at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
06 August 2024The annual Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world's greatest platform for creative freedom. International performers coming to the UK to take part must have the correct immigration permission. But can you receive payment for your performance? Read on for more information and top tips for a worry-free immigration experience.
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eVisas are now available to all BRP holders
07 August 2024The Home Office has announced that all BRP holders can apply for an eVisa online. Until now, only BRP holders who received a personal invitation or who received instructions in their visa application approval email were eligible to apply for an eVisa.
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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.
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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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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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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.