Amendments to the Employment Rights Bill tabled
The Employment Rights Bill, introduced in October 2024, marked a significant step towards strengthening worker protections in the UK. A reminder of the contents of the Bill can be found in our previous article
Ending the employment relationship - Protected Conversations
Ending an employment relationship can be a complex process, fraught with legal and reputational risks. When businesses fail to follow proper procedures, they may face costly litigation, damage to their reputation, and loss of productivity amongst colleagues. To ensure a smooth separation, employers often turn to settlement agreements as a means to mitigate risk and keep matters confidential.
Festive Fears: from MasterChef to Christmas Parties, Sexual Harassment is in the Spotlight
Gregg Wallace, a man synonymous with BBC show MasterChef, is facing serious allegations of sexual misconduct. Following an internal BBC investigation, which included interviews with multiple women spanning a 17-year period, the media reported on allegations against Mr Wallace which included making inappropriate sexual comments, telling sexualized jokes and engaging in unwanted physical contact. The seriousness of these allegations has forced him to step back from his role as Masterchef presenter.
What to consider when buying a classic car
Buying a classic car is much like buying a house, you get an idea of what you want, look through the sales brochures, then go and view and if you see what you like, then your emotions kick in and your DA or ‘Desire to Acquire’ takes over.
Private FDR: focusing on non-court dispute resolution
Since April 2024, there has been a greater focus on the requirement for couples going through a divorce to consider how they can resolve their dispute without recourse to the court process.
The 12 Days of Christmas with BPE's Family team
The Christmas period can be difficult to navigate, and particularly when there are changes to your family situation. Madison Noel and Olivia Moore from BPE’s Family team have shared some key things to consider over the Christmas period – from adopting and surrogacy, how gifts are treated upon divorce, things to consider when getting engaged, and more - all wrapped up in our 12 days of Christmas!
BPE presents CIPD legal update
BPE's Employment team, in partnership with CIPD, were delighted to host their annual Employment Law Update on 15th November 2024, at the Cheltenham Chase Hotel.
Warner’s Retail Lettings at Cleevelands Centre, Bishops Cleeve
Warner’s Retail, a family-owned, locally established business with deep roots in the Gloucestershire community, has been a key player in the region’s retail sector for many years. Their latest venture, the Cleevelands Centre in Bishops Cleeve, is a prime example of their proactive approach to retail development.
BPE weighs in on the Autumn Budget 2024
Yesterday afternoon, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves announced the 2024 Autumn Budget. BPE has weighed in on key areas that are likely to make an impact on you as an individual or a business owner.
Employment Round-Up
It has been a busy time in employment law, with the publication of the Employment Rights Bill on 10 October and the new requirement for employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment coming into force on 26 October. Here are a few things which you may have missed.
Data Subject Access Requests: The reference exemption
When a DSAR is received, the employer has a legal responsibility to handle a request fairly and transparently.
BPE’s Commercial Property team advise on new lease for social enterprise
Under team leader Douglas Armstrong, the BPE Commercial Property team has had the pleasure of working on some exciting deals recently, advising on new leases, securing lettings and assisting companies with their expansion.
