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When businesses face difficult times, redundancies often become unavoidable. However, what starts as a legitimate redundancy process can quickly turn into an unfair dismissal claim if employers get the selection criteria wrong. At Davenport Solicitors, we’ve seen countless cases where well-intentioned employers have found themselves facing tribunal claims simply because they didn’t understand the legal […]
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The UK healthcare sector faces an unprecedented staffing crisis. From bustling NHS hospitals to community care homes, healthcare providers across the nation grapple with persistent recruitment challenges that threaten service delivery and patient care.
When an employee leaves your business, the process isn’t always simple. Whether due to redundancy, workplace issues, or a mutual decision to part ways, using a settlement agreement can help protect your business and provide a clear, smooth exit.
On 12 May 2025, the UK government published a new Immigration White Paper, outlining significant changes that will impact applicants across a broad spectrum of immigration categories.
At Davenport Solicitors, our experience consistently reinforces one fundamental truth: prevention is far better than cure.
UK employers must be aware of significant changes to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW).
The case of Ministry of Defence v Mr W Kemeh, is a significant ruling on third-party harassment and employer liability. Can an employer be held responsible for discrimination when the offending individual is not actually their employee?
For many who come to the UK with dreams of building a life here, the immigration journey can feel like managing a complex process.
As employment solicitors, we regularly see businesses face unnecessary tribunal claims that could have been avoided through proper dispute management.
After attending the conference in Mumbai, I felt it was important to highlight the critical role of HR and employment law in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
