by Esther Peacock | Aug 1, 2025 | HR Advice
In a recent open letter to UK employment minister Alison McGovern, organisations and business bodies are pressing for more government action to help employers invest in supportive policies for menopause, menstruation, and fertility challenges as well as...
by Magara Law | May 27, 2025 | HR Advice
Unauthorised absence, often referred to as being “AWOL” (Absent Without Leave), is a challenge faced by many employers. It occurs when an employee does not attend work without prior approval or fails to follow the company’s reporting procedures. While...
by Magara Law | May 19, 2025 | Advice for all, Employment Law Updates, HR Advice
A significant increase to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rates is set to provide relief for over a million low-paid workers, with changes expected to be introduced next year through the Employment Rights Bill. Currently, workers earning less than £123 a week receive no...
by Magara Law | Apr 30, 2025 | Advice for all, Employment Law Updates, Employment Tribunal, HR Advice
April 2025 brought significant changes to employment law. For business owners, employers, and employees alike, staying updated on these changes is essential for ensuring compliance and fostering a fair workplace culture. Overview of Upcoming Changes in Employment Law...
by Magara Law | Apr 20, 2025 | Employment Tribunal, HR Advice
In the UK, self employed individuals usually cannot bring claims before the Employment Tribunal. The first place to start is determining whether the individual is an employee, worker or self-employed. In doing so, it is irrelevant whether the parties themselves agree...
by Magara Law | Apr 9, 2025 | Advice for all, HR Advice
Parents in the UK will soon be granted the right to bereavement leave following a miscarriage as part of Labour’s wider reforms to workers’ rights. This significant change in the law, which will be introduced through the Employment Rights Bill, ensures...
