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The team from our Uttoxeter office have been collecting goods for Ukrainian refugees as part of their regular fundraising. Items collected include: toiletries; warm socks; cuddly toys; and more. At B&P we’re always happy to join in and raise funds or collect donations for those in need. And anyone interested in donating money to help can do so at: Unicef British Red Cross Oxfam
Back to the office? With this new beginning also comes a changing legal landscape in terms of employment law As working from home guidance is relaxed many employers will be welcoming their workforce back to the office. However, what employers may not realise is that new legislation imposed during the pandemic has changed some of the rules around office-based working. Now is the time for employers to plan for any issues which may arise, so that any potential legal risks associated with a return to the workplace after long periods of remote working or working from home can be identified...
B&P has supported Flora Aubrey, 23, through her professional development Flora joined Bowcock & Pursaill in April 2018 as an Office Junior, following her A Levels. She commented: “When I first joined the firm, my responsibilities involved looking after the general admin of the office such as monitoring and ordering stationery, organising legal case files and various office duties to support the wider team.” With a keen interest in the legal industry, Flora climbed the ranks within our Uttoxeter office to a Paralegal position where she maintains a high-level of professionalism when dealing with her colleagues and clients. Through CILEx...
The UK treats pets as chattels which is on the same level as a fridge, sofa or table. While there are murmurs of this changing in the future, nothing is set in stone. Spain has a law that makes pets an official family member, perhaps the UK will follow suit. What happens to pets in a divorce? Using collaborative law, it may be possible to deal with pet disputes quickly and easily. Of course, this amicable resolution isn’t always possible, and we are here to advise where necessary. If this doesn’t work, though, solicitors can help as mediators. We’re trained...
Research from the professional body, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), indicates that permanent hybrid working will be expected by employees in a post-pandemic world. Following a national survey, 57% of employed people wish to continue to work from home, or at least have the option – forming a hybrid workforce. Making sure there are interventions and working practises in place to support employees is essential in order to keep them safe – whether at home or in the office. CIPD has also reported that the shift to homeworking has increased productivity of employees, with 71% of 2000 employers...
Staff at Bowcock & Pursaill have taken part in Christmas Jumper Day to raise funds for charity and looked extremely festive in their knits! This year staff decided to support a charity close to their hearts and every penny raised will support Breast Cancer Research. Survival is generally very good for breast cancer and is continuing to improve and the team are proud to help in any way they can. Our Uttoxeter office team set the bar high with great array of winter woollies (as shown in our photo) and a raffle and donations so far total £110. Anyone wishing...
Being a divorced or separated parent can be extra challenging at Christmas. But there are ways you can make sure that everything is as calm as possible so that you all enjoy the festive period. Remember your focus should always be on your children and what’s best for them. Even if circumstances mean that you can’t do everything exactly as you’d like to – make sure you encourage them to have the best Christmas and enjoy themselves wherever they are and whoever they’re with. If you have a custody arrangement with your ex partner/spouse and you decide to change the arrangements –...
This newsletter covers: Menopause: why are workplaces failing women? Fire and rehire: the saga continues Supporting workers in the Covid-19 vaccination programme The climate & ecological emergencies and the workplace Menopause: why are workplaces failing women? Recent research demonstrates that as many as sixty percent of women are currently suffering or will suffer from disabling menopausal symptoms. This means workers at every level who are female or who identify as female are suffering from debilitating menopausal symptoms. Overlooking the consequences of menopause in the workplace can lead to: an unhappy, underperforming workforce high levels of sickness absence loss of workers...
What is Commercial Mediation? Commercial Mediation is a method of alternative dispute resolution, between two or more parties. Mediators will provide a completely impartial service, to assist in settling the dispute and helping the concerned to move forward. Part of the Mediator’s role is to act as a neutral entity who will assist with communicating with all parties and attempt to negotiate settlement of a dispute. It is important to remember that the advice given by a mediator is discretionary, it is not obligatory, however it will always be the quickest and most cost-effective solution. Why should you use Mediation?...
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