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This newsletter covers: Social Media No Jab, No Job Discrimination & Hypersensitivity UK Right to Work Hybrid Working Social Media Can your social media posts get you into trouble at work? You may have heard that England lost the 2020 Euro final 3-2 on penalties. Heart breaking – but then the racist tweets began. Arrests have followed and a high-profile estate agents suspended an alleged racist tweeter. Does your organisation have a social media policy? Doubling down on privacy settings isn’t always the solution – screenshots can easily be taken and shared Workers should check their posts for discriminatory remarks...
The coronavirus pandemic forced thousands of couples to reschedule their wedding plans. However, nuptials are now back on the agenda for many, and a post-pandemic wedding boom sees much excitement as ceremonies are re-planned. Caught up in the excitement of the moment, having conversations about money and the future outcomes of your marriage may not seem high on the agenda. However, entering into an agreement to protect yourself can be a shrewd move in many situations. Pre or post nuptial agreements are becoming increasingly popular in the UK for couples hoping to avoid the financial complexities which can arise when...
With a three-day weekend on the horizon and most of the home DIY accomplished during lockdowns maybe it’s prime opportunity to take time out to plan your finances? Here, we offer some factors to consider in the wake of the pandemic. The coronavirus pandemic has rocked environments for both individuals and businesses alike. Where some businesses have prospered, those working in industries such as hospitality and leisure industries have suffered a considerable loss of income. Whatever your precise circumstances may be, it is worth considering the following ideas for post-Covid tax planning as we enter ‘the new normal’… Planning to...
Currently, the UK property market is enjoying a boom, with house prices rising by 10% year on year. But what does the post-pandemic world mean for buyers, sellers, and homeowners as COVID-19 regulations are lifted? July 2021 was an incredibly significant month, triggering the start of almost all COVID-19 restrictions being lifted. Government statistics estimate there were 198,240 residential property transactions in June 2021, 219.1% higher than June 2020, and 74.1% higher than in May 2021. This current property boom has undoubtedly been driven by the Government’s temporary cut on residential Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) which has offered a...
We’re pleased to announce that Joy Hancock is now a partner. Joy first joined Bowcock & Pursaill’s legal family as an Associate Solicitor in 2018. Based at our Uttoxeter office, she possesses a wealth of experience within the commercial property sector. Using her extensive local knowledge and expertise, Joy takes a proactive and practical approach for her clients, a lot of whom she has worked with for many years. Having embarked on a legal career in 1990 just as the property boom of 1987 came to an end, Joy originally completed a degree in Estate Management before becoming a Fellow...
What is workplace discrimination? If you think you may be experiencing unfair treatment at work, it’s wise to seek expert legal advice on next steps. Targeted legal help will offer you clarity and support to make an informed decision about your future direction. The Equality Act 2010 protects employees with ‘protected characteristics’ from unfair treatment. These protected characteristics include gender, marital status, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age. In the workplace there are specific laws against discrimination in relation to these characteristics (termed ‘unlawful discrimination’). If your employer treats you less favourably for...
This newsletter covers: Working from Home Fire and Rehire Gig Economy Sleep ins Line of Duty? Working from Home The popularity of remote working is on the rise but there are pitfalls for both employer and worker. The Office for National Statistics in its report Homeworking hours, rewards and opportunities in the UK: 2011 to 2020found that 35.9 percent of the UK workforce worked some of their time at home in 2020, an increase of 9.4 percent over the previous year. But this was not spread evenly over the country or the economy. For example, those who worked at home...
Will Planning – what to consider Are you looking at Will planning or thinking of what to include in your Will? This month (10 – 16 May) is Dying Matters Awareness Week, when organisations and individuals open up the conversation surrounding death, dying and bereavement. Having an up-to-date and valid Will in place ensures your life legacy is dealt with in the manner you would wish upon the event of your passing. It will protect loved ones and assets and where appropriate, mitigate tax within the constraints of the law. In this time of Covid-19 and the consequent haste to...
Employment law is ever-changing. While businesses continue to deal with the impact of coronavirus, HR professionals should ensure compliance with the raft of new legislation which comes into force this month. Our useful checklist is here to help with employment law changes in April: Review IR35 contracts in the private sector Delayed by a year due to the pandemic, the reform of these off-payroll working rules was actioned as of 6 April. Some rules already apply to all public sector clients, but from this date all public authorities and medium and large-sized private sector clients will be responsible for deciding...
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