Many businesses are suffering from the spread of coronavirus and considering what options are available to them to manage their workforce during this turbulent time.

Clare Thomas, Solicitor at Bowcock and Pursaill answers some of the most frequently asked questions, including the alternatives to furloughing.

Employment: Q&A re Covid-19

Employers have faced unprecedented times in the last few weeks. Even financially healthy businesses must navigate changing government guidance carefully to take advantage of the help offered by…

Employment Tribunals – an alternative to the queue 

In 2017 the Employment Tribunal system changed when a UK Supreme Court case declared Employment Tribunal fees unlawful. Employment law solicitor Tim Wolley looks at the effects of this landmark ruling on the employment tribunal process. 

What is the effect on tribunals? 

Employment tribunals were a slow process to begin with but with the ruling in 2017, the process of getting to tribunal has continued to slow. This now means the queue of…

Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) – a blessing in disguise? 

NDAs (confidentiality clauses) are popular in the business world. However, there is a suggestion that NDAs can help employers to cover up any illegal behaviour by paying employees or workers off and then binding them to silence with an NDA. Our Employment solicitor Clare Thomas explains what you can do to protect yourself from unfair NDA terms in settlement agreements. 

What is an NDA?  

Often found in settlement agreements – but can also…