Employment Law Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on employment law for uk businesses.
Rent-A-Chair Agreements - What UK Business Owners Need To Know
If you run a hair, beauty, or wellness business, you’ve probably heard of the “rent-a-chair” model. It’s become a popular way for salons and barbershops to operate – giving independent stylists flexibility...
11 November 2025
12-Month Fixed-Term Contracts - A Complete Guide for UK Employers
When you’re hiring someone for a project, covering a maternity leave, or managing seasonal demand, a 12-month fixed-term contract can seem like the perfect solution. It offers structure, flexibility, and a clear...
11 November 2025
How UK Employers Should Handle Time Off for Hospital Appointments
Employees will occasionally need time off for hospital appointments – planned consultations, scans, day procedures or follow‑ups. As an employer, you want to support your team while keeping operations running smoothly and...
11 November 2025
Induction At Work: Employer Legal Obligations In The UK
Bringing someone new into your business should be exciting - and a well-planned workplace induction helps them hit the ground running while keeping you legally compliant. Done properly, an induction at work...
11 November 2025
ADR Solicitors: Alternative Dispute Resolution in the UK
Disputes happen in business. A supplier misses a delivery, an agency overcharges, a customer refuses to pay, or a collaboration sours. When things go off-track, you want a fast, sensible way to...
10 November 2025
Working Hours and Legal Requirements for Employing 16-Year-Olds in the UK: A Guide for Employers
Hiring a 16-year-old can be a great way to bring energy and enthusiasm into your business. Many young people are keen to gain work experience while continuing their education or training. However,...
10 November 2025
Can You Discuss Salary At Work In The UK?
UK employees have protection for relevant pay discussions connected with equality and equal pay. Blanket salary gag clauses can create legal risk.
10 November 2025
Can Employers Force You To Take Annual Leave In The UK?
Busy periods, quiet seasons, and planned shutdowns can make annual leave management tricky. If you’re wondering whether you can require staff to take holiday at certain times, you’re not alone. The good...
10 November 2025
Taxable Expenses and Benefits for UK Employers
Offering perks and reimbursing costs can help you attract and retain great people. But many “extras” you give employees count as a taxable expenses benefit under UK law - and if you...
10 November 2025
How To Hire a Small Business Lawyer in the UK
Whether you’re incorporating a new venture, hiring your first employee or signing a chunky supplier agreement, there will be moments where you think: “We should probably get a lawyer to look at...
10 November 2025
Serious Misconduct in the UK: What Employers Should Know
When you’re running a small team, performance and conduct issues can be tricky to manage - especially when the behaviour is more than a minor blip. That’s where “serious misconduct” comes in....
10 November 2025
How To Legally Reduce Employees’ Hours In The UK
Slow sales, rising costs or seasonal dips can mean you need to cut back on staffing time. Reducing employees’ hours can be a sensible way to steady the ship without losing great...
10 November 2025
How To Buy A Domino’s Franchise In The UK
Thinking about buying a Domino’s franchise in the UK? It’s a proven brand with a strong delivery model, national advertising and systems that can fast-track your growth compared to starting a pizza...
9 November 2025
Paying Cash In Hand: UK Employer Risks
Paying staff in cash can be legal, but only if you run payroll properly. Here is what UK employers need to record, report and check before payday.
9 November 2025
Unpaid Work Trial Shifts in the UK: What Employers Can and Can’t Do
Trial shifts can be a handy way to see how a candidate performs in real life before you make a hire. But when does a “quick trial” tip over into unlawful unpaid...
9 November 2025
How to Set Redundancy Selection Pools in the UK Lawfully
Making redundancies is one of the toughest calls you’ll make as a small business owner. When roles genuinely disappear, you must still run a fair and lawful process - and that starts...
8 November 2025
Franchising Law in the UK
Thinking about turning your successful concept into a franchise, or buying into a proven brand? Franchising can be a powerful way to expand with lower capital outlay and faster market penetration. But...
8 November 2025
How To Handle A Company Director Resignation In The UK
When a director tells you they want to step down, it can feel like a lot to juggle at once - legal filings, board decisions, bank mandates, client communications and, often, tricky...
8 November 2025
Working From Home Policy In The UK: How To Stay Compliant
Remote and hybrid work are now part of everyday life for many small businesses. That’s great for flexibility and talent retention - but without a clear Working From Home (WFH) Policy, you...
8 November 2025
Commercial Mediators: When to Use Them and Protect Your Position
If a deal sours, an invoice goes unpaid, or a supplier relationship breaks down, going straight to court isn’t your only option. Commercial mediators can help small businesses resolve disputes quickly, privately...
8 November 2025
ADHD Discrimination Examples in the UK
More applicants and employees are now disclosing ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) at work, and that’s a good thing - it means you can support them to do their best work. But...
7 November 2025
Handling Requests To ‘Get Around’ Restrictive Covenants In The UK
If you run a small business, restrictive covenants are one of your key tools for protecting customer relationships, confidential information and hard‑won goodwill. But what happens when a departing employee asks you...
7 November 2025
Short Service Dismissal And The ACAS Code: What Employers Should Know
If you’re managing a small team, you’ll occasionally face the tough call of letting someone go during their first couple of years. Short service dismissals can feel simpler - but they still...
7 November 2025
When Does a Contractor Become an Employee in the UK?
Bringing in contractors can be a smart, flexible way to scale your business. But if a contractor starts working like one of your team day-to-day, there’s a real risk the law sees...
7 November 2025
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