Bereavement Leave Changes from April 2027: What Employers Need to Know
The short answer The Employment Rights Act 2025 provides a framework for wider statutory bereavement leave. The Government intends to introduce the entitlement in April 2027, subject to implementing regulations. Eligible employees in Great Britain are expected to have...
Can I Refuse a Settlement Agreement? What Happens Next?
The short answer Yes. You can refuse a settlement agreement. You do not have to accept an offer just because your employer has made one or set a deadline. You can ask for time to get independent advice, raise questions or make a counter-offer. If you do not agree,...
My Employer Wants Me to Sign a Settlement Agreement Quickly. What Should I Do?
The short answer You do not have to sign a settlement agreement just because your employer has set a deadline. A settlement agreement is voluntary, and you can ask for more time, seek independent advice and negotiate the terms. Acas says a reasonable period should be...
Settlement Agreement vs Redundancy: What’s the Difference?
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...