Author Archives: Alice Heathfield

Coronavirus: Police Powers and employment implications

The police now have the power to give any individual who refuses to follow the government guidance an on-the-spot fine of £60, which is reduced to £30 if paid within 14 days. If an individual persistently breaches the guidance, then …

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Bank Fraud: Safeguards and Solutions (Part one)

Fraudsters are targeting both businesses and individuals with both the usual scams we have been aware of for a while and with new COVID-19-related schemes. It is, therefore, more important than ever to be vigilant. But we might also ask …

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Coronavirus: Court confirms administrators may adopt contracts of furloughed employees

Background Under the Scheme, furloughed employees, whose services cannot be used due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, will not be permitted to work for their employer during the period of furlough but the employer will be able to apply for …

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Immigration – New Guidance on The Points-Based System

Despite an overhaul of the UK’s immigration policy being a cornerstone of Boris’ Brexit strategy, details on a new system have so far been few and far between. However, the government has now released a new guidance note (9 April …

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Coronavirus: How is the payments sector reacting to the fall-out from Covid-19?

Payments for goods and services which are made by credit or debit card are generally processed by one or more financial intermediaries prior to the funds being settled in a merchant’s bank account.   These intermediaries, sometimes known as payment processors, …

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Coronavirus: Key Employment Considerations for Private Households

As the COVID-19 pandemic develops, employers face the ongoing challenge of ensuring compliance with the latest government guidance. This requirement doesn’t just apply to large organisations but affects employers of all sizes, including private households. We take a look at: …

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Coronavirus: Key questions about Emergency Volunteering Leave

Understandably this has left many people wondering what this could mean for them, and, in true British spirit, how they can take advantage of this scheme to help the country at this critical time. In particular, there are five key …

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Coronavirus – Can Employers be obliged to alter contractual remuneration arrangements?

Bankers’ bonuses are currently subject to a bonus cap introduced by EU regulations which aim to limit bonus pay-outs to 100% of salary, or 200% with approval from shareholders. In the UK, regulated firms must also comply with the Remuneration …

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Coronavirus: What happens if you have a vulnerable person in your household?

This is a stressful time. It is even more stressful if you have a loved one in your household who has been identified by the government as ‘extremely vulnerable’. Many employees will be faced with this dilemma, and many employers …

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WM Morrisons Supermarkets plc v Various Claimants – Supreme Court hands down decision

The Supreme Court has handed down its Judgment in this high profile case in which Morrisons appealed previous findings of vicarious liability for a malicious data breach carried out by an ex-employee. The appeal also concerned whether the Data Protection …

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