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Taking Back Control – The Trajectory of UK Immigration Policy?

Taking Back Control – The Trajectory of UK Immigration Policy?

A new report from The Centre for Policy Studies, in part written by former Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick, proposes that current levels of immigration are unsustainable and recommends a drastic overhaul of policy.

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Discrimination claims and the shifting burden of proof

Discrimination claims and the shifting burden of proof

The EAT found that a tribunal failed to address the shifting burden of proof from employee to employer in a race discrimination claim, but still rejected the employee’s appeal.

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Government publishes updated “Disability Confident guide for Managers”

Government publishes updated “Disability Confident guide for Managers”

The government have recently published updated guidance on the recruitment, management and development of individuals with disabilities or health conditions for managers.

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FSP advises on the sale of Stuarts Residential Limited

FSP advises on the sale of Stuarts Residential Limited

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Whistleblowing – the Distinction Between Dismissal and Detriment

Whistleblowing – the Distinction Between Dismissal and Detriment

Where a whistleblower is subjected to a detriment, does the motivation of the decision-maker matter?

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Exclusion Clauses and Dishonesty

Exclusion Clauses and Dishonesty

Can liability for fraud / dishonesty be contractually excluded?

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eVisas replacing BRPs

eVisas replacing BRPs

As anticipated, the Home Office is phasing out Biometric Residence Permits in favour of digital eVisas.

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Youth Mobility with the EU

Youth Mobility with the EU

The European Commission has approved opening negotiations over an agreement for youth mobility, which would allow young EU and UK citizens to study, work and live across borders.

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Mock Employment Tribunal

Mock Employment Tribunal

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Impact of EU’s “no-Russia” clause on UK trade to the EU

Impact of EU’s “no-Russia” clause on UK trade to the EU

The EU now requires EU exporters to include new wording in their contracts with customers in certain countries to restrict trade to Russia. It is being referred to as a “no Russia” clause. While this is not a UK law, there is food for thought for some UK businesses.

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Can you be subjected to a detriment for taking part in industrial action?

Can you be subjected to a detriment for taking part in industrial action?

The Supreme Court has ruled on the compatibility of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 with the European Convention on Human Rights, in a significant case on lawful strike action.

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Spring’s Statement of Changes for Immigration

Spring’s Statement of Changes for Immigration

The Immigration Rules Statement of Changes for Spring 2024 represents a significant sea change, particularly for employers recruiting Skilled Workers.

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