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How the Employment Rights Bill strengthens protections against harassment and discrimination

Posted2025-09-09 15:36
AuthorEmily Turner

Following recent government announcements on the new Employment Rights Bill, this is the third blog in a series of five, which are breaking down the key changes. In this instalment, we focus on sexual harassment and discrimination issues. Our previous blogs...

Key changes to flexible working and leave in Employment Rights Bill

Posted2025-08-08 12:37
AuthorEmily Turner

Following the government's recent announcements regarding the new Employment Rights Bill, this is the second instalment in our blog series exploring the expected changes. In our first blog, we looked at proposed reforms around dismissals . Future posts...

How will dismissals be affected by the new Employment Rights Bill?

Posted2025-07-24 12:17
AuthorEmily Turner

As part of their manifesto and election promises, the Labour party advised they would be looking to implement the biggest overhaul in worker’s rights in recent history. Now that the details of the proposed Employment Rights Bill have emerged and debate...

Am I legally liable for the behaviour of my employees at our Christmas party?

Posted2024-11-18 11:15

It is important to realise that a work’s Christmas party is a work-related event and it should be treated as an extension of the workplace. So, you can be legally liable for the behaviour of members of staff whilst at a Christmas party. The best way...

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What should be included in a settlement agreement for senior executives?

Posted2024-09-17 00:00

A settlement agreement, or severance agreement, as they are sometimes known, is a legally binding contract which is usually used to bring an employment relationship to an end. It sets out in writing the agreed way the employer and employee will part ways. ...

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The upcoming changes to business and agricultural property relief for inheritance tax throw up numerous complex and difficult issues for families wanting to pass on assets in a tax efficient manner. As a reminder, as of next April, broadly speaking, business...

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Each year, The Legal 500 publishes its independent guide to the UK’s leading law firms, assessing the quality of their advice, expertise and client service. Harrowells is proud to be among the firms reviewed. The assessment process is detailed and...