Menstrual health is an often overlooked but critical workplace issue with growing legal implications, as highlighted by the recent employment tribunal case of Platukyte v Secretary of State for Justice . A woman in a cozy sweater naps on a bed, hugging a pillow. Natural light fills the room, creating a peaceful atmosphere. This case has clarified that supporting staff with menstrual health issues, including providing reasonable adjustments like remote work, is not just good p

When the Worker Protection Act came into force in October 2024, it imposed a crucial shift in responsibility for employers: The duty to...

The government has launched a call for evidence on unpaid internships and related roles as part of its Plan for Change , which aims to ban unpaid internships unless they are explicitly part of an educational or training course . The consultation is open until 9 October 2025 , and this is a crucial opportunity for small and scaling businesses to have their say. For many small and growing businesses, interns and work trials are a lifeline. They provide extra capacity, fresh id

Hiring decisions aren’t just about filling gaps—get them wrong, and founders and business owners risk big legal and financial headaches....