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Settlement Agreement vs Redundancy: What’s the Difference?
Anjalee Pandya | Sep 14, 2026
The short answer Redundancy and a settlement agreement are not the same. Redundancy is a potentially fair reason for dismissal where the employer's need for employees to carry out work of a particular kind has ceased or diminished, or the business or workplace closes....
Can a Settlement Agreement Be Negotiated?
Anjalee Pandya | Sep 11, 2026
The short answer Yes. A settlement agreement is voluntary, so its terms can be negotiated before signature. There is no automatic right to a higher payment, however, and a counter-offer may be accepted, rejected or met with a revised proposal. Effective negotiation is...
What Claims Are Waived When You Sign a Settlement Agreement?
Anjalee Pandya | Sep 10, 2026
The short answer A settlement agreement usually prevents an employee or worker from bringing the employment claims specifically identified in it. The waiver often covers a long schedule of statutory, contractual and common-law claims, whether or not every claim...
Do You Need a Solicitor to Sign a Settlement Agreement?
Anjalee Pandya | Sep 9, 2026
The short answer You must receive advice from a relevant independent adviser for a settlement agreement to satisfy the statutory conditions needed to waive employment claims. Most employees use a solicitor, although certain authorised trade-union officials and...
What Is a Settlement Agreement? Everything UK Employees Need to Know
Anjalee Pandya | Sep 8, 2026
The short answer A settlement agreement is a voluntary, legally binding contract between an employer and an employee or worker. It records agreed terms for resolving a dispute or ending employment and normally requires the individual to waive specified claims against...
Can Remote Employees Work Abroad Without Permission? Lessons from a Recent Tribunal Decision
Anjalee Pandya | Aug 18, 2026
Remote working may allow an employee to work away from the office, but does it allow them to work from any country they choose? A recent Employment Tribunal decision considered this question after a finance manager moved permanently from the UK to France despite being...
Why More UK Employers Are Recruiting Part-Time Workers in 2026
Anjalee Pandya | Jul 8, 2026
What Employers Need to Know About Employment Law Businesses across the UK are increasingly recruiting part-time workers as they seek greater flexibility in an evolving economic environment. Whilst many organisations continue to experience growth, employers remain...
Workplace Burnout and Stress at Work: What Are an Employer’s Legal Responsibilities?
Anjalee Pandya | Jun 15, 2026
Key Takeaways Employers have legal duties to protect employee health, safety and wellbeing. Workplace stress can contribute to sickness absence, reduced productivity and workplace disputes. Some mental health conditions may be protected under the Equality Act 2010....
Managing Menopause at Work: Legal Risks and Practical Steps
Anjalee Pandya | Jun 9, 2026
Introduction Awareness of menopause in the workplace has increased significantly, yet many UK employers remain uncertain about their legal obligations. Recent data suggests that a substantial number of women experiencing menopause or perimenopause consider reducing...