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The right to work in the UK after Brexit

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The UK officially left the EU on 31 December 2020. Since then there has been a lot of speculation with employers as to what types of right to work checks they need to carry out with EU nationals and how EU nationals are able to work in the UK after Brexit.

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How should employers respond when faced with the clash of religious beliefs and sexual orientation?

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The Central London Employment Tribunal found that there had been no discrimination after the claimant, a Christian and an actress, was dropped from a production following circulation by another actor on social media of an old Facebook post made by her relaying her beliefs on homosexuality.

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End of the road for Uber – Claimant drivers are “workers”

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Six Supreme Court Justices unanimously found that Uber drivers are workers and are therefore entitled to certain employment rights including the national minimum wage and paid holiday.

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The emerging scandal of hidden commission in the business energy sector

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Alex Jakubowski looks at the emerging scandal of hidden commission in the business energy sector, including how to check if your business has a claim. Call 0800 652 8025 for initial consultation. Offices in in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Legal partnership renewed with Somerset County Cricket Club

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Clarke Willmott renew partnership with Somerset County Cricket Club (SCCC) for the upcoming season, and will remain as the club’s Preferred Legal Partner.

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Parents-to-be reminded to put will on pre-birth checklist

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Packing the hospital bag, preparing the nursery and choosing a name are tasks any parents-to-be will be familiar with but lawyers are reminding mums and dads to add writing a will to the list of things to do before baby arrives.

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The impact of COVID-19 on hospitality and retail

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The Office for National Statistics has published data showing the impact on the hospitality sector. In 2019, the hospitality sector represented 3% of the UK economy, contributing £59.3billion worth of revenue and employing £2.3million. 

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Unique challenges when conducting remote court hearings

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The less formal court environment has presented unique challenges, but will this develop into a common trend or will there be more rigid rules brought in?

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COVID-19 lockdown reduces road traffic accidents

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Recent reported figures show road traffic accident claims have reduced because of the lockdown, but what might happen when lockdown ends?

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Farmers need to get their affairs in order after Brexit changes

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Farmers are being urged to ensure they have up-to-date succession plans in place following the start of the Agricultural Transition Plan which came into being after the UK’s departure from the EU

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Fertility treatment and consent

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Consent is a key aspect of fertility treatment. In this blog, we explain what consent is, what you need to consent to and what happens if you change your mind.

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