21 May, 2025
On 16 April 2025, the Supreme Court determined that, under the Equality Act 2010 (the Act), references to ‘woman’ and ‘sex’ mean a biological woman and biological sex. The Supreme…
In the case of Mireku v London Underground Ltd [2025] the Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”) held that, in order to establish a breach of the Part-Time Workers (Prevention of Less…
When debating the finer points of estate planning, one topic repeatedly overlooked is the critical importance of drafting a valid will. Without one, you risk leaving behind what is termed…
In March 2o25, the Employment Rights (Increase of Limits) Order 2025 set out the increased employment tribunal compensation limits and awards which will apply from 6 April 2025. The Vento…
[English] – [Cymraeg] Walking through the doors of The Lighthouse recently, I was struck by the contrast to traditional court settings. As part of my role overseeing special measures at…

Corporate culture | What happens in practice?

Most large organisations have a stated purpose, vision and core values – the familiar trinity of corporate life. But what happens in practice? Bold statements around corporate culture look wonderful online and in company policies, but such words only have meaning where they mirror the genuine culture of the firm and the way people actually […]

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National Minimum Wage 2025 : Increases

On 1 April 2025 the National Minimum Wage for all age groups increased, reflecting the Government’s plan to reform workplace rights and align wages with the cost of living. The increase forms part of the Government’s plan to create a streamlined adult wage in the future. However employers must currently be alert to the minimum […]

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Improving efficiency and service quality in our magistrates’ courts – Inside HMCTS

[English] – [Cymraeg] Everyday, our Courts and Tribunals Service Centres (CTSCs) play a vital role in delivering justice smoother and more efficiently. Call handlers and agents are there to support and guide users who may have questions or need information about their court or tribunal case, delivering improved access to justice. As part of our […]

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