Do You Need a Solicitor to Sign a Settlement Agreement?
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
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
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
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...