by Philip McCabe | Aug 10, 2026 | News
Acas has released a draft update to its Code of Practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures, signalling a stronger focus on early, informal resolution of workplace issues — including greater use of mediation. If the proposals go ahead, the revised Code will...
by Philip McCabe | Aug 10, 2026 | News
Prenuptial agreements are a relatively modern feature of family law in England and Wales. They only began to carry legal weight after the Supreme Court’s decision in Radmacher v Granatino (2010). Prior to that judgment, such agreements were generally viewed as...
by Philip McCabe | Jun 25, 2026 | News
Holiday pay has returned to the spotlight following the Employment Tribunal’s decision in Littlewood v Nuffield Health, where the claimant secured an award of around £149,000. Although the outcome was driven by the specific facts, the case serves as a sharp reminder...
by Philip McCabe | Jun 24, 2026 | News
From 1 October 2026, the deadline for bringing many employment tribunal claims will double from three months to six months. This forms part of the wider reforms introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) and is supported by three new draft regulations...
by Philip McCabe | Jun 24, 2026 | News
A new legal right allowing employees and other individuals to raise data protection concerns directly with organisations took effect on 19 June 2026. The Data (Use and Access) Act 2026 (DUAA) requires organisations to put formal arrangements in place for receiving...
by Philip McCabe | Apr 30, 2026 | News
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has recently published a Report and recommendations for employers using AI‑enabled or automated tools in recruitment. The Report forms part of the ICO’s wider AI and biometrics strategy, under which automated decision‑making...
