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Employment Tribunal rules accent-based comments can amount to harassment in Carozzi v University of Hertfordshire case

The Employment Tribunal in Carozzi v University of Hertfordshire and Ms A Lucas considered what the term ‘related to’ means…

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Navigating the 2024 Budget: Key insights for farmers in Kent

The 2024 Autumn Budget has brought several changes that could impact South East farmers. Brachers law firm share their latest…

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Do your debts die with you?

When someone passes away, the question of debts can be a worry to the loved ones looking to administer their…

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Employment tribunals and settlement – what employees need to know in 2024

This article provides guidance for employees who are considering bringing a claim against their employer at an employment tribunal, including…

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Top tips: how to negotiate a settlement agreement

When an employee is given a settlement agreement it is not always expected, and it can mean that you may…

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Settlement Agreements – What Employees Need to Know

Settlement Agreements (previously called Compromise Agreements), are legal agreements between an employer and employee.

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Redundancy, maternity and suitable alternative vacancies

Navigating the complexities of employment law can be particularly challenging when it overlaps with sensitive issues such as redundancy during…

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Key considerations when terminating a contract

There has been an increase in the number of clients seeking to terminate contracts recently. It is important to remember…

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Education Matters: Employment Rights Bill – Impact on schools

On 10 October 2024, the Employment Rights Bill, which promises to deliver a “once in a generation” overhaul of employment…

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A day in the life of an employment lawyer – Colin Smith

Partner Colin Smith gives an insight into a typical day as an employment lawyer in the Brachers Employment Law team.

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Duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace

On 26 October 2024, the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 came into force. The act imposes…

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Autumn Budget update for schools

There have been various changes announced by the Government in the Autumn Budget in its bid to prioritise education and…

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