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All in a Day’s Work – Navigating Senior Exits: Strategy, Risk and Getting It Right
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work, Alex Harper is joined by Alistair McArthur to explore the complexities of managing senior exits and what separates a well executed departure from one that creates legal and reputational risk. From early planning and succession considerations through to communication strategy and execution, this episode highlights the importance of preparation at every stage.
All in a Day’s Work- Prevention of Sexual Harassment: From Awareness to Action
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on The Legal Room UK podcast, Alex Harper is joined by Isabella Milnes-James to discuss sexual harassment in the workplace and the growing emphasis on prevention. The conversation explores what amounts to sexual harassment in practice, from inappropriate banter to more serious conduct, and why intention is less important than impact.
All in a Day’s Work: Maternity Discrimination Case Law Update – Osborn v Mothercare
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work, Alex Harper is joined by Cassie Blackledge to examine the recent Mothercare tribunal decision and what it reveals about the risks of mishandling maternity related dismissals. The case highlights how a redundancy process was found to be a sham, with the tribunal placing significant weight on timing, lack of transparency and absence of supporting evidence.
All in a Day’s Work – An Introduction to Whistleblowing in the Workplace
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on the Legal Room UK podcast, Alex Harper is joined by fellow Employment Senior Solicitor, Sam Gray, to explore how employers can best protect confidential information. They discuss why the strongest safeguard is clear, express contractual wording, especially a well-defined description of what counts as confidential.
All in a Day’s Work - Race Discrimination: Risks, Realities and Employer Responsibilities
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on The Legal Room UK, Alex Harper is joined by Maryam Nackvi to explore race discrimination in the workplace and why it remains a key risk area for employers. The discussion breaks down the legal definition of race under the Equality Act 2010, including less widely understood concepts such as discrimination by association and perception.
All in a Day’s Work - Lock It Down: Protecting Confidential Information at Work
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on the Legal Room UK podcast, Alex Harper is joined by fellow Employment Senior Solicitor, Sam Gray, to explore how employers can best protect confidential information. They discuss why the strongest safeguard is clear, express contractual wording, especially a well-defined description of what counts as confidential.
All in a Day’s Work - An Introduction to Whistleblowing in the Workplace
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on the Legal Room UK podcast, Alex Harper is joined by fellow Employment Senior Solicitor, Sam Gray, to explore how employers can best protect confidential information. They discuss why the strongest safeguard is clear, express contractual wording, especially a well-defined description of what counts as confidential.
All in a Day’s Work - An Introduction to Whistleblowing in the Workplace
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work, part of the Legal Room UK podcast series, the Alice Hepworth and Alex Harper provide a clear and accessible introduction to whistleblowing in the workplace. The discussion explores what whistleblowing is, why it matters, and the types of concerns that may give rise to a protected disclosure.
All in a Day’s Work - TUPE and Service Provision Changes: What Employers Need to Know
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work, host Alex Harper talks with Matt Jenkin about the often‑confusing world of service provision changes under TUPE.
English Language Requirements for Skilled Worker Visas: What’s Changing in 2026?
In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on The Legal Room UK, host Alex Harper is joined by Usof Shah to unpack the key updates to the English language rules for Skilled Worker visas from January 2026. This includes the new CEFR B2 requirement and how applicants can meet it based on nationality, qualifications, or approved testing, as well as when exemptions apply.
All in a Day’s Work - The Role of Acas in Resolving Workplace Disputes
In this episode, Cassie Blackledge and Alex Harper lift the lid on what really happens during Acas negotiations. From early conciliation to last-minute settlements, we explore how Acas is an effective tool to assist parties navigate employment disputes outside the Employment Tribunal. Whether you’re advising a client or preparing for talks yourself, we’ll share practical insights, strategic tips, and common pitfalls to avoid.
PSG: Dembélé and Enrique, the (new) rift
Ousmane Dembélé wants to play, Luis Enrique is holding back… a rift is growing at Paris Saint-Germain between the coaching staff and the player, who is struggling to regain form after two serious injuries. A new sensitive issue is shaking Paris Saint-Germain. During the Intercontinental Cup final against Flamengo, Ousmane Dembélé once again looked far from his usual standards. Lacking rhythm and sharpness, the Parisian winger is clearly going through a difficult spell.
All In A Day's Work: What Does The Employment Rights Bill Mean For Leisure And Hospitality (Podcast)
In this episode Alex and Alice are discussing the Employment Rights Bill and its impact on the Leisure and Hospitality sector. They discuss at the hot topics for the sector including as zero-hour contracts, agency workers, day 1 employment rights and the duty to take "all" reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment. The Legal Room UK·What does the Employment Rights Bill mean for Leisure and Hospitality? The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter.
All In A Day's Work Immigration Update - Skilled Worker Visa Changes (Podcast)
In this episode Usof and Alex are discussing the skilled worker visa changes which came into force on 22 July 2025. They are discussing the changes to qualification requirements and salary thresholds. Usof also takes us through what happens when an employee who is already in the UK under a skilled worker visa and need to renew, contrasting that with those who are applying for the first time after 22 July 2025. The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter.
Employment and HR
Matt Groening, known for creating The Simpsons, and his wife Agustina Picasso, are being sued by a former employee for allegedly failing to prevent sexual harassment, sexual assault and battery committed by a colleague.
Slow Progress For The Gender Pay Gap
Over the past few weeks, the Gender Pay Gap reporting deadlines passed in the UK. However, despite the headline figures suggesting that the gender pay gap is now at the lowest level since gender pay gap reporting became mandatory, there are indications that progress is not being accelerated by the reporting process, as originally hoped. In the UK, the Gender Pay Gap Regulations require employers with 250 or more staff to disclose their gender pay gap data.
International Women's Day: Advancing Gender Equality In The Workplace
On March 8, 2024, the global community comes together to observe International Women's Day, a time to reflect on progress made and the challenges that persist in achieving gender equality. As societies strive to create more inclusive workplaces, the UN's theme for 2024 is "invest in women" and a wider campaign based in the UK is based on inspiring inclusion. Legislation, policies, and organisational practices play a critical role in fostering a fair and equitable work environment for all.
Sexual Harassment In Financial Services
The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 has introduced the proactive duty on employers to take "reasonable steps" to prevent harassment of employees in the course of their employment.
AI's Influence On HR In The Financial Services Sector - Human Resource Management - UK
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionise the landscape of the UK financial services sector, presenting both opportunities and challenges for HR professionals in this sector. As the industry eagerly awaits anticipated regulatory guidance in early 2024, HR departments within financial institutions must proactively prepare for the profound impact AI is expected to have on their business functions.
Regulatory Shake-Up: New Rules For Holiday Pay & TUPE
The government have recently responded to the consultation on reforms to retained EU employment law and the consultation on calculating holiday entitlement for part-year and irregular hours workers. In their response, the government outline significant changes that will impact the way workers receive holiday pay and the calculation of annual leave entitlement.
All In A Day's Work: Race Discrimination (Podcast)
In this month's episode, we will cover an introduction into discrimination with a particular focus on race discrimination under the Equality Act. We will discuss how discrimination laws apply and consider the common issues faced not only by employers generally, but also specifically by Financial Services employers in light of the recent Employment Tribunal judgment against Lloyds on a case about the use of racist language in the workplace.
Wear Makeup - A Reasonable Request Or Sexual Harassment? - Discrimination, Disability & Sexual Harassment - UK
In a recent case against the high-end restaurant Tattu, based in Soho, London, the Employment Tribunal found that instructing female employees to wear makeup can constitute sexual harassment under the Equality Act 2010. In this particular case, Tattu's deputy manager, Ms Joanne Huang told 24 year old waitress, Ms Jahnayde Henry that she looked 'tired and unpresentable' and suggested that she should wear makeup in the future.
Diversity And Inclusion In The Financial Sector
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA) have recently published consultation papers setting out proposals to improve diversity and inclusion in the Financial Services (FS) sector. The FCA have made it clear that diversity and inclusion (D&I) is essential for a healthy firm culture. A healthy culture in turn enables firms to deliver better outcomes for consumers and markets by delivering consumer protection and market integrity.
Addressing Racist Language In Financial Services
Case Study: Mr C Borg-Neal v Lloyds Banking Group plc A recent decision by the Employment Tribunal has made the headlines and has drawn attention to a complex issue within the financial services (FS) sector. A 58-year-old Lloyds Bank employee, with no prior disciplinary record, found himself unfairly dismissed for using the N-word at work. The case has highlighted the importance of employers needing to consider the context of a situation before resorting to dismissal.
How Is The FCA Promoting Gender Diversity?
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been actively promoting gender diversity in the financial services sector since the launch of the Women in Finance Charter in 2016. The FCA has set targets to increase the representation of women in its own senior leadership team, aiming for gender parity by 2025. In fact, as of March 2022, the FCA has already reached 46.5% representation of women in senior leadership positions.
Terminating Employment - Who Really Makes The Decision? - Employee Rights/ Labour Relations - UK
In the firing line! A recent decision in the Employment Appeal Tribunal has confirmed the importance for employers of being clear about who the decision maker is and what influences their final decision during the dismissal process. It goes without saying that discriminatory motives based on the protected characteristics of the Equality Act should not drive the decision-making process in any dismissal.
Whistleblowing & Financial Services
Whistleblowing, as set out in the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 ('PIDA'), is the act of reporting a wrongdoing within an organisation with the aim of preventing it, and any harm that may arise from it. This holds particular importance in the financial services industry due to the clear potential for serious wrongdoings such as insider trading, financial fraud, money laundering and corruption to undermine the integrity of the financial system.
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