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When somebody dies in the UK, it is important for their estate to be dealt with properly and in line with the law. This process is known as Probate, but what exactly is it and what does it involve?

A new report by ‘Don’t Divide us’, titled “the Equality Act isn’t working: Equalities Legislation and the Breakdown of Informal Civility in the workplace”, paints a controversial picture; rather than fostering fairness, the Equality Act may be chipping away at the very civility it sets outs to protect.

Redundancy can be a difficult but necessary decision for businesses. However, even in genuine redundancy situations, employers must follow fair procedures especially when it comes to helping affected employees find alternative roles...

Our Employment Law team has undertaken a detailed review of enquiry data showing the most frequently raised issues by individuals across the UK and the trends shaping today’s workplace concerns...

Work too hot to handle? What is the law on working in the heat? Head of Employment Law, Kate Lea, explains...

A recent employment tribunal has highlighted the risks whistleblowers face, and the responsibilities organisations have to protect them...

Last week the government published Employment Tribunal statistics for the last quarter (January to March Q4 2024/25)...

The question of how long Probate takes is not necessarily an easy one to answer. It can depend on various factors...

As we celebrate Pride Month 2025, it's a time not only for visibility and celebration but also for reflection - especially in the workplace...