
Scotland | How will a Level 4 lockdown impact employers?
BLOG In what some are calling Sturgeon’s attempt to save Christmas, 11 council areas in Scotland, including Glasgow, will enter Level 4 lockdown from Friday

Redundancy consultation | When and how?
BLOG With many businesses suffering through liquidation and administration, and many more commencing downsizing procedures, the topic of redundancy has scarcely been more pertinent than

The ‘cost plus’ rule | Can employers discriminate to save on cost?
BLOG While it’s not possible for employers to justify direct discrimination – such as promoting a man over a more qualified female candidate – indirect

Are you in a redundancy situation?
BLOG The impact of coronavirus has brought about an array of dire circumstances for UK businesses. Many have collapsed entirely, and many more have been

HSE injury and ill-health statistics 2020 | Some improvements but challenges remain
BLOG The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has now published its annual summary statistics for 2019/20. The report, which is released each October, provides insight

Protecting employees on client sites
BLOG Under health and safety law, all employers owe a legal duty of care to their employees. The duty requires employers to risk assess their

The importance of compassionate leadership in 2020
BLOG For many, the word ‘leader’ will naturally evoke connotations of an imperious, militaristic dominance. In the world of business, this has long been perceived

WorkNest Acquired by Marlowe Plc
We are very pleased to announce that WorkNest (EW) has been acquired by Marlowe Plc. EW, founded by solicitor Mark Ellis in 2004, provides employment

Ellis Whittam Acquired by Marlowe Plc
We are very pleased to announce that Ellis Whittam (EW) has been acquired by Marlowe Plc. EW, founded by solicitor Mark Ellis in 2004, provides

Could Germany’s fresh air approach help UK workplaces fight COVID-19?
Medical experts are clear that practising social distancing and wearing a face covering can be incredibly effective in slowing the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). But

WorkNest recognised as leading firm by The Legal 500
For 33 years, The Legal 500 has been analysing the capabilities of law firms across the world, with a comprehensive research programme revised and updated

Ellis Whittam recognised as leading firm by The Legal 500
For 33 years, The Legal 500 has been analysing the capabilities of law firms across the world, with a comprehensive research programme revised and updated