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Good intentions not enough in wage calculations

Accurate calculations of the National Minimum Wage continue to cause headaches for employers, with an employment tribunal acknowledging the complexity, saying there is no single key to unlock every case.

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Whistleblowing and the Public Interest Test

On 10 July 2017, in the case of Chesterton Global Ltd (t/a Chestertons) & Anor v Nurmohamed, the Court of Appeal reached a decision after considering the meaning of the words ‘in the public interest’.

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PSC Regime: New deadlines for changes in company ownership

Businesses have new deadlines to comply with regulations around transparency of ownership under the so-called ‘PSC’ regime.

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Time to get excited: Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

Time to get excited?

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Employment contracts and working overseas

Under the Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA 1996), employees have the right not to be unfairly dismissed by their employer. However, the ERA 1996 is silent regarding its geographical scope, so it has been left to the courts to decide.

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Leases and side letters

Time for a rethink?

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How to sell a limited company

It’s all in the planning when it comes to selling privately-owned companies

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Asking to see your medical records

We all trust our doctors to have our best intentions at heart and to make sure we get the care and treatment we need. Doctors have always taken detailed notes of each patient’s health history, medical requirements, and their own recommendations as to how to proceed with treatment. But when was the last time you asked to see those notes for yourself? And do you have the right to see medical notes kept by professionals that concern your health and wellbeing?

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Nine smart ways to build staff loyalty

Managing labour turnover and retaining key staff have long presented challenges for businesses. There’s no single easy answer but, as Karen Cole explains, an all-round approach can reap rewards.

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Change in divorce law looks set to stop the blame game

No fault divorce is likely to be introduced, but professionals say fair deal on asset sharing means mediation must remain top of the agenda

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Office banter or a breach of the Equality Act 2010?

All too often, an employment lawyer hears the phrase “but it was just office banter” - usually a warning sign that something offensive has happened in the workplace. Employment lawyer, Karen Cole, explores this issue, with surprising findings.

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Safeguarding’s vital when appointing others to act

Increasing numbers of people are taking advantage of a simplified online process to make a Lasting Power of Attorney, which enables others to manage their affairs if they become unable to do so themselves, but alongside there is a surge in reports of abuse by attorneys. “It’s important to get guidance and set safeguards in place when permitting others to manage your affairs.” says private client specialist, James McMullan who explains how the process works and the ways in which you can protect yourself.

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