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News | 25:11:24

RWK Goodman advises Flex Capital and its portfolio company Optix on acquisition of Opticabase

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Opinion | 22:11:24

Employment Rights Bill 2024: new proposal will (probably) transform the way employers treat dismissal.

The right for employees not to be unfairly dismissed was first introduced by a Labour government in the early 1970s. The government must be thinking that the current law is broken as they are proposing to fix it with the Employment Rights Bill 2024

Opinion | 20:11:24

The Employment Rights Bill: what does it mean for the Tech Sector?

What with the current challenge of attracting the right talent in the workforce and hiring challenges versus retaining good people, the proposed reforms in the new Employment Rights Bill (‘Bill’) is set to cause more burdens and headaches for Tech employers if, following consultation, the reforms become law.

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Opinion | 19:11:24

Employment Rights Bill 2024: Zero hours contracts

Amongst other changes, the Government has announced that it will address one-sided flexibility by “banning exploitative zero-hours contracts”. Around one million people aged over 16 reported being on zero hours contracts between April – June 2024.

Opinion | 14:11:24

Employment legal update #75

Our Employment & Immigration team brings its monthly review of new legislation, guidance and case law.

News | 08:11:24

RWK Goodman advises LendingMetrics on significant LDC investment

RWK Goodman has advised LendingMetrics, the credit risk technology group, and its senior management team led by co-founders Neil Williams and David Wylie, in securing a significant investment from LDC, the private equity investor which is part of Lloyds Banking Group.

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Opinion | 04:11:24

Is this the beginning of the end for hybrid working?

We have seen numerous companies call for their employees to start coming back into the office, often with punitive measures for those who wish to stay fully remote. But can an employer force their staff back to the office full time?

Opinion | 01:11:24

Transition to e-Visa Status for BRP Holders – What You Need to Know

The UK government is moving toward a fully digital immigration system. From 1st January 2025, Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) will no longer be valid, and the e-Visa system will take full effect.

Opinion | 01:11:24

Will the Employment Rights Bill end the “unscrupulous practice” of fire and rehire?

Amongst other changes, the proposed legislation aims to end what the Government describes as the “unscrupulous practice” of fire and rehire.

Opinion | 28:10:24

Employment Rights Bill 2024: New Harassment Protections

The Bill aims to create inclusive and diverse working conditions by enhancing existing legislation, creating new protections and imposing stronger responsibilities on employers regarding harassment.

Opinion | 28:10:24

Employers doing criminal record checks: don’t forget about GDPR.

It’s easy for employers to overlook the relevant data protection requirements that apply to processing criminal records information and as such, some employers will be, unwittingly, processing data unlawfully.

Opinion | 25:10:24

Are you prepared for the new duty to prevent sexual harassment?

Significant legal changes impacting how care providers prevent workplace sexual harassment are being introduced on 26 October 2024.

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