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7 October 2026

Employment tribunal time limits doubled — 5 key priorities for employers

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We break down what’s changed, how the transitional provisions work and what employers need to be thinking about now.

6 October 2026

Landmark CAS ruling on pregnancy discrimination — 5 lessons for women’s football

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Learn more about the background to the case, why the ruling matters for maternity protections in women’s football and the key lessons for football clubs.

2 October 2026

MCC’s female membership consultation — what sports organisations need to know

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A look at what the MCC’s consultation may mean in practice, potential legal risks and considerations for organisations looking to increase representation.

15 September 2026

‘Fire & rehire’ practices to be outlawed under the Employment Rights Act

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We outline what employers need to know about the changes to fire and rehire, including four key steps to take in preparation.

9 September 2026

Holiday law changes from 2026 — what employers need to know & do

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We explore what the new record-keeping requirements mean for employers, the risks of non-compliance and steps that organisations should take now.

9 September 2026

Collective consultation overhaul — 3 key steps for employers

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We explore the collective consultation overhaul and detail what’s changing, the associated risks and how employers should prepare.

19 August 2026

DSARs in the age of AI — why you should resist the siren call of simplicity

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Our data protection team examines the risks of relying on oversimplified legal arguments in DSAR disputes and highlights key lessons for data controllers.

13 August 2026

Trade union reform under the Employment Rights Act — trends, priorities & planning implications

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We break down the latest and upcoming trade union reforms — from ballot changes and electronic voting to wider union access and new employer duties.

11 August 2026

Beyond zero & low hours contracts — how can hospitality work remain flexible?

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The Government's 'ending one-sided flexibility' consultation signals significant change for hospitality employers. We explore what employers need to know.

4 August 2026

Day one paternity & parental leave — what the reforms mean for employers

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From 6 April 2026, paternity leave and unpaid parental leave have become day one rights. Here's what's changed and what it means in practice for employers.

29 July 2026