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Employment law myths | 10 common misconceptions that could put your business at risk

30th October 2024 No Comments

BLOG Written Charlotte Beedles on 30 October 2024 Employment law is an everchanging and complex field, often misunderstood by employers and employees alike. From misconceptions

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BLOG Written by Kyle Williams on 21 October 2024 Get ready for a substantial boost to the National Minimum Wage (NMW), which is set to

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BLOG Written on 2 August 2024 In the Kingโ€™s Speech on 17 July, the UKโ€™s new Labour government outlined 40 Bills that it intends to

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BLOG Written by Angela Carter on 15 January 2024 With the pandemic forcing a widescale work-from-home experiment, 83% of organisations have since adopted hybrid work

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