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As the festive season approaches, many employers are rethinking their approach to the traditional office Christmas party.

As the festive season approaches, offices are coming together for their annual Christmas parties, offering a chance to unwind and celebrate the year's achievements. However, whilst these events provide a necessary release and recognition of employee’s contributions, they also present a heightened risk of inappropriate behaviour, particularly sexual harassment. 

This article considers the Regulatory Policy Committee's recently published opinion on the impact assessments for the Employment Rights Bill. The Committee assessed the quality of evidence and analysis used to inform the government proposals and came to the overall opinion that the impact assessments are currently "not fit for purpose".

The article will cover the House of Lords Modern Slavery Act 2015 Committee's recent report and key recommendations following its inquiry into the impact and effectiveness of the Modern Slavery Act. It also considers the BBC's recent investigation into major supermarkets in the UK and the importance of detecting modern slavery, particularly for retail industries. 

We have set out some answers to the frequently asked questions that employers ask when considering how to support a menopausal employee.

Clarkslegal is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners have once again recognised us as a leading firm in the following practice areas: Employment, Litigation, Real Estate, and Construction.

Today, 10 October 2024, the Government has unveiled their long-awaited Employment Rights Bill, fulfilling their election manifesto pledge to introduce major reform to workers’ rights within 100 days of government. The bill is 158 pages long and introduces 28 individual employment reforms estimated to provide more rights to nine million workers.

This article will look at another common symptom experienced by people with hidden disabilities, chronic pain. In this article we will consider guidance on how hidden disabilities can be managed in the workplace and what employers should consider specifically for employees suffering from chronic pain.

Clarkslegal thanks clients for exceptional feedback in its 2025 Legal 500 rankings. Clarkslegal is proud that Legal 500 has recognised the firm in the following areas: Employment, Immigration, Construction, Litigation, Property & Corporate.

A new legal duty comes into force this month placing a positive obligation on all employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.