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Right To Work Checks Are Changing: What Organisations Should Do Now
From 1 October 2026, UK right to work verification duties will extend beyond traditional employment to encompass agency workers, contractors, consultants, and platform-based workers throughout supply chains. Organizations must now prepare by mapping their entire workforce, updating contracts, training operational managers, and establishing robust evidence systems to demonstrate compliance before individuals commence work. This expansion requires immediate action across HR, procurement, legal, and operations
United Kingdom Immigration
BT
Brechin Tindal Oatts
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Protecting Your Children At All Ages Through Estate Planning
Estate planning extends beyond wealth transfer after death—it's about protecting children throughout their lives. From appointing guardians for young children to managing financial needs during education and early adulthood, proper planning provides security and stability. Tailored provisions can safeguard vulnerable beneficiaries, ensure continuity through Lasting Powers of Attorney, and create lasting legacies for future generations.
Jersey Family
CO
Carey Olsen
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What The New Trade Union Duties Means For Employers
Employers across all sectors now face two significant new trade union obligations under the Employment Rights Act 2025, regardless of whether unions have previously operated in their workplace. With trade union membership rising to 22.4% of the UK workforce and new duties taking effect in October 2026, businesses must prepare to inform workers of their union rights and potentially grant union access to their premises.
United Kingdom Employment
Thrings LLP
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Employment Tribunal Time Limits
The Employment Rights Act 2025 will extend the time limit for bringing Employment Tribunal claims from 3 months to 6 months, fundamentally changing how long employees have to pursue workplace disputes. This reform raises important questions about record-keeping practices, witness evidence quality, and the potential increase in claims that employers may face. Understanding these changes and their practical implications is essential for both employers and employees navigating the evolving employment law lands
United Kingdom Employment
PS
Paris Smith
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EU Platform Work Directive: Uncertainty Ahead Of The Implementation Deadline
The EU Platform Work Directive introduces a rebuttable presumption of employment status for gig economy workers and stricter requirements for automated monitoring systems. With Member States facing a December 2026 transposition deadline, implementation approaches vary significantly across Europe, creating uncertainty for digital labour platforms about compliance requirements and potential misclassification risks.
European Union Employment
LM
Littler Mendelson
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Unfair Dismissal Reform: Why Employers Need To Act Before January 2027
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces a major shift in UK employment law by reducing the unfair dismissal qualifying period from two years to just six months, effective January 2027. This change will impact both new and existing employees, requiring employers to justify dismissal decisions much earlier in the employment relationship. Understanding how to manage probation periods, maintain proper documentation, and follow fair procedures will be critical for businesses navigating this significant reform.
United Kingdom Employment
RB
Rothera Bray
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