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Ethical veganism Owen v Willow Tower OPCO 1 Ltd [2023]

In the case of Owen v Willow Tower OPCO 1 Ltd [2023] , an employment tribunal has found that a claimant's alleged belief in ethical veganism was not genuinely held and therefore was not a protected belief under section 10 of the Equality Act 2010....
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Make a Will after 5pm

Some of our clients tell us that they find it difficult to make appointments before 5pm due to work commitments or child care. From Thursday 6th July, we will be offering late appointment times for our clients who wish to speak to a lawyer about making...
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10 Years Since Same-Sex Marriage Became Law

It has now been 10 years since Parliament passed the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013. The first same sex marriage took place in 2014. The Act allows same sex couples to marry in civil and religious ceremonies.  It also allows civil partners (those...
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When you're unable to reach an agreement about the children

A Child Arrangements Order (CAO) is typically required when parents or guardians are unable to reach an agreement regarding the living arrangements, contact, or other specific issues related to a child. It is a legal order issued by a court to determine...
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Can a UK employee work remotely in another country?

With the rise of remote work opportunities and the desire for more flexible lifestyles, many UK employees are considering the possibility of working remotely from another country, particularly during the summer months. However, before embarking on such an...
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Employed, Self-Employed and Workers - How to identify your working status

As someone who works in the United Kingdom, understanding your employment status is essential, as it determines your legal rights, tax obligations, and benefits. In the UK, there are three primary categories of employment status: employed,...
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Employment Tribunal found to have erred in failing to identify the sole or joint decision maker in a pregnancy discrimination dismissal

In the matter of Alcedo Orange Ltd v Ferridge-Gunn [2023], the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has held that an employment tribunal was wrong in finding that a pregnant employee's dismissal was discriminatory when it had not made clear findings as...
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New laws coming into effect in due course, which will afford parents and unpaid carers new protections at work

The forthcoming legislation is as follows: Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023, which will enable eligible employed parents whose new-born baby is admitted to neonatal care to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave. This is in addition to other leave...
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Employment Tribunal erred in law when deciding whether the Claimant was disabled

Employment Tribunal was held to have erred in law by focussing on the impact of termination of employment when deciding whether the Claimant was disabled In the case of Morris v Lauren Richards Ltd [2023] , the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) allowed an...
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What is contentious probate?

Losing someone you love is one of the most difficult experiences in life. It can be made even harder if you think there is a problem with their Will or the disposition of their estate, or if a family member challenges a Will that you are sure is valid. ...
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