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From 6 April 2025, the UK Government will introduce Neonatal Care Leave and Pay, a new statutory ent...
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Is it just banter? Sexual harassment in the workplace and the employer’s duty to prevent sexual harassment
In recent months, a slew of allegations of sexual harassment have emerged against well-known TV pers...
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What can employers do to monitor employees at work? Balancing the right to privacy at work with data protection duties.
In late 2023, the ICO updated its guidance on monitoring workers, bringing in changes to deal with e...
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Clearly a course of action…Labour seeking to make employers liable for third party harassment
The Employment Rights Bill is progressing through Parliament, with big changes on the way; we have p...
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IN CASE: Employment Law Newsletter – Spring 2025
March 31, 2025
In this quarter’s overview of significant developments in employment law and HR, we examine th...
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International prenuptial agreements – what do I need to know? Nick Manners and Victoria Hingston for Tatler Experts Corner.
March 24, 2025
As prenuptial agreements (‘prenups’) become more commonplace and accepted, Victoria Hing...
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Spear’s Property Advisers Index 2025 – Payne Hicks Beach listed as the best in property.
March 20, 2025
Payne Hicks Beach is delighted that Spear’s Property Advisers Index 2025 recognises Emma Copestake...
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‘Lawful but awful’: The harm caused by online content- Mark Jones for LBC News
March 12, 2025
Defence and Investigations expert Mark Jones, Partner at Payne Hicks Beach LLP, had his article ...
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How can you effectively prepare for court during a divorce?
March 11, 2025
A court hearing at any time can be a stressful experience, but it is all the more so when it comes a...
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Can Postnuptial Agreements Simplify Separation Decisions?
March 07, 2025
In summary, the answer is likely to be “yes”, if the agreement is carefully drafted, and if cert...
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Should I have a petnuptial agreement?
March 06, 2025
Disputes over pets are increasingly common in separations and can be highly emotive and difficult to...
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Security for costs: Strategic considerations when applying for security for costs
March 06, 2025
Commercial Litigation expert Cherrene Balasanthiran, Senior associate along with William Barker at P...
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