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In today’s evolving employment landscape, many employers are reassessing where their employees carry out their duties. From office closures to hybrid working models, changes in work location are becoming more common. However, such changes can raise...
At Stephensons, we understand how unsettling it can be to be presented with a new contract of employment, particularly when it differs from your current agreement. If you are asking yourself, "can I refuse to sign a new contract of employment...
Being suspended from work can be a challenging and uncertain period, particularly when you are also dealing with health issues. Many employees in the UK find themselves wondering, “Can I go off sick whilst suspended from work?” This is a valid...
In today’s increasingly digital world, surveillance in the workplace is becoming more common. Employers often use CCTV and other recording devices for security, monitoring, and productivity purposes. However, the use of cameras in the workplace can...
When an employee fails to attend work without notification or a valid reason, this is often referred to as being absent without leave (AWOL). It can be a particularly challenging situation for employers, especially when there is uncertainty about the...
The Equality Act 2010 applies to both public and private sector organisations. Any organisation or service provider that offers any facilities or services must comply with the duties set out in the Equality Act 2010. What are reasonable adjustments? ...
Autism Awareness Month is an opportunity for employers to reflect on how they support autistic people at work. For many organisations, this starts with understanding their legal duties and then going beyond compliance to create genuinely inclusive working...
International Women’s Day 2026 (08 March 2026) is a timely opportunity for employers and employees alike to reflect not only on the progress made towards gender equality, but also on the substantial work still required. Recent analysis reported by...
There are 9 protected characteristics currently protected under the Equality Act 2010: age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marriage or civil partnership, religion or belief, race, sex and sexual orientation. Direct...
LGBTQ+ History Month takes place annually in February and has been celebrated in the United Kingdom each year since being founded in 2005. The charity ‘Schools Out’ founded LGBTQ+ History Month to mark the abolition of Section 28 of the Local...
