Insight Hub

• 2 October 2024
• | Mandy Armstrong

Employment Law Updates

Employment law is on the cusp of significant change which will affect all employers – from the introduction of the new Employment Rights Bill, said to amount to the “biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in a generation”, to further guidance from the Tribunal on gender critical rights, and key upcoming changes in relation to the prevention of sexual harassment at work. Explore these issues and the implications on organisations.

• Date: 29 October 2024

Next Generation HR: Pizza, Prosecco & Top Tips for Handling Grievances

Join us for pizza and prosecco while Reece Ashmore and Sarah Thompson Robertson discuss how to handle workplace grievances.

• 27 September 2024
• | Struan Hepburn

WorkWell– a Healthier, Happier Workforce or a Pain for Employers? 5 Things Employers Need to Know

Starting in October, WorkWell pilots across England will help employees with health conditions stay in or return to work. The £64 million initiative aims to support 59,000 people and ties into a broader reform of the fit note process, which intends to make it easier for employees to stay in work.

• 26 September 2024
• | Joanna Arnott

Five key health and safety risks in the licensed trade – addressing the pitfalls to avoid brand reputational damage!

Health and safety risks may sound trivial but logging the potential risks at your workplace(s) and demonstrating the correct protocols are in place can be crucial if an accident does happen in a licensed premises.

• 20 September 2024
• | Graham Ronald

Hotel Acquisitions: share or asset deal for a buyer?

Acquiring a hotel business can prove to be a fruitful investment, but is it beneficial for a buyer to proceed with a share purchase or an asset purchase? This depends on various factors including the buyer’s risk tolerance, tax considerations and the specific circumstances of the particular transaction. This article outlines some of the pros and cons of both approaches which a potential buyer should consider.

• 13 September 2024
• | Nathan Peacey

When two become one: the risks and opportunities of brand collaborations

Brand collaborations have become a popular method of marketing and brand promotion. These alliances between brands are more than just a trend; they're a powerful tool for innovation across the retail sector.
When brands work together, they open new doors for their trusted audiences. By carefully choosing partners that align with its core values and aesthetics, a brand can create something unique that appeals to both existing and new customers.

• 9 September 2024
• | Douglas McLachlan

The Rise in Data Breaches and Cyber-Attacks in the Retail Sector

Nearly every day we read about another high-profile business, government body or charity that’s suffered a data breach.

Many were caused by cyber-attacks. Some of these criminal organisations have even set up 24-hour helplines to explain how to pay the ransom!

• 9 September 2024
• | Rory Knox

Land and Buildings Transaction Tax: Key Considerations for Commercial Tenants

Land and Buildings Transaction Tax is a tax affecting property transactions, which will generally apply to commercial tenants at the commencement of a lease. Tenants should also be aware that there are further filing requirements which arise throughout the lease term.

• 9 September 2024

Anderson Strathern Reinforces Senior Team with Partner and Director Appointments

• 2 September 2024
• | Musab Hemsi

Reducing the Cost of Workplace Conflict

A new Act comes into force in October this year, placing duties on employers to take ‘reasonable steps’ to protect employees from sexual harassment.

• 2 September 2024
• | Musab Hemsi
• | Aman Uppal

The Post-Investigation Period for Employers

It is one thing to have an understanding of the steps involved in conducting an investigation, but an aspect which often goes without much consideration is what happens afterwards, specifically in relation to the parties involved.

• Date: 26 September 2024

Club HR: New Employer Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment

Join us for our next Club HR, where we'll share a comprehensive review of the new employer duties coming into effect in October to help prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.