You can catch Waterfront employment solicitor, Anthony Purvis, in The Telegraph offering his top five tips to first time recruiters. Aimed at entrepeneurs, the article highlights the importance of having a basic understanding of the law and putting things in writing.
Anthony said: “It’s an exciting time recruiting you first employee, but there are some simple things you can do to avoid the courts and stay focussed on your start-up.” For a free initial chat on employment law, give Anthony a call on 020 7234 0200.
On 10 June 2022 the government set out new regulations providing that pharmacists and nurses (as well as other types of healthcare professional) will be given the power to issue sick notes to individuals in England and Wales, with the change in law to take effect from 1…
What is a settlement agreement? At Waterfront we advise on settlement agreements every week but for our employee clients, signing such an agreement can be a once-in-a-lifetime event. If you have been offered a settlement agreement for the first time and you are finding the process confusing or…
This month it was reported that Tesco has announced a partnership with office space provider IWG to trial a flexible working space in its New Malden store. The space will comprise 12 private desks, 30 co-working spaces and a meeting room. The idea is that it suits workers…
Since the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority started recording information in 1991, around 390,000 babies have been born via in vitro fertilisation (“IVF”) or donor insemination. Historically a taboo subject, it is (quite rightly) more acceptable than ever for couples to seek medical assistance with conceiving. However, employers…