Gig economy latest: Hermes and self-employed contractors

Employers must remember self-employed workers can be a confusing area when it comes to employment law

The Sports Direct report: Whitewash or encouraging news?

Actions promised in the report into Sports Direct's working practices were an important step, but more must be done

'Summer of discontent' masks decline in strikes

Industrial action is in decline. But the question is: will this trend continue?

Hot topic: Female leaders, part two

Do female leaders face different criticisms to their male peers?

Supporting women on maternity leave

There are a number of things employers can do to help women transition smoothly back to work after maternity leave

Employment in the ‘gig economy’: A new worker category?

What does the highly flexible 'gig economy' way of working mean for HR?

Legal-ease: Protecting yourself during exit talks

Protect your position when negotiating exits

MPs call for greater protection for pregnant workers

There has been a ‘shocking’ increase in workplace pregnancy discrimination over the past decade

Employment law post-Brexit: Is change likely?

Unpredictable market conditions mean a suite of business-friendly employment reforms could be likely

Reforms to strike law: A recap

The Southern Rail strikes throw into sharp relief new strike law under the Trade Union Act 2016

Paternity leave policies becoming more inclusive globally

Organisations are expanding leave policies to include fathers, part-time employees and caregivers of parents

Ensuring employees take their annual leave

Employees often choose not to take annual leave in times of uncertainty. Should employers intervene?