Adoption Leave: Employers’ Guide
When an employee is going through the process of adopting a child, or having a child through a surrogacy arrangement, they may be eligible for statutory adoption leave and adoption pay, provided they meet the relevant requirements. Most employers are aware of the rights and responsibilities around maternity, paternity and parental leave and pay. What […]
Lone Working: Guidance for Employers
Lone working is commonplace in the UK across a range of industry sectors. Where such arrangements are in place, employers are under specific legal obligations to safeguard the health and wellbeing of personnel carrying out their duties in isolation. In this guide, we set out the rules and obligations on employers in relation to lone […]
Tier 4 Visa: Guide for International Students
The Tier 4 visa has now been replaced by the Student Visa route. Read our comprehensive guide to the UK Student Visa here. Section A: What is a Tier 4 visa? The Tier 4 Student visa is now closed to new applicants, and has been replaced by the Student Visa. When […]
Age Discrimination: Guide for Employers
Age discrimination, also known as ageism, is one of the most common forms of unfair treatment at work. Age discrimination is often associated with bias against older employees, but younger workers can also face discrimination based on their age. For older workers, discrimination might include being overlooked for promotions, excluded from training opportunities, or facing […]