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Under the new UK “Day 1” SSP rules (from 6 April 2026), Statutory Sick Pay is payable from the first qualifying day of sickness absence rather than after 3 waiting days. For an employee working: 37.5 hours per week £15 per hour roughly £27,000 per year their average weekly earnings are about: £27,000 ÷ 52 […]
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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).
The Skilled Worker visa allows foreign workers to live and work in the UK if they have a job offer from an approved employer.
The UK Immigration Salary List (ISL) remains a key part of the Skilled Worker visa system, setting the minimum salary requirements for eligible roles.
The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 introduces a significant new right for eligible working parents, coming into force on 6 April 2025.
