21 May 2020
Changing terms and conditions: when furlough is not enough
It has recently been reported that nearly a quarter of all employees are on furlough leave. It is a staggering statistic and indicative of the need for and success of the government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
20 May 2020
Property adjustments required to ensure a safe return to work: Employment and Property law insights
As the UK eases its lock-down measures, employers need to start planning a safe return to work for staff. In the short-term, this means providing a ‘COVID-19 secure’ environment, enabling staff to maintain social distancing whilst attending work.
18 May 2020
COVID-19 and the diary of a family and divorce trainee solicitor in lockdown
A peek into the lockdown diary of Lucy Bluck, family and divorce trainee solicitor at Kingsley Napley. She shares her experience of about remote hearings, the WFH adjustment and a virtual murder mystery party.
18 May 2020
Will the UK's post-Brexit immigration system plans be derailed by COVID-19?
The United Kingdom left the European Union on 31 January 2020. Pursuant to the Withdrawal Agreement, the UK and EU have agreed a transition period until 31 December 2020. During that time, EU citizens maintain free movement rights, which means they can continue to arrive, reside and work in the UK.
15 May 2020
The inquest process during COVID-19 restrictions
Inquest proceedings, like other legal proceedings in the UK, have been significantly affected by social distancing restrictions and advice arising from the COVID-19 crisis. This blog looks briefly at the impact of the Coronavirus Act 2020 on proceedings, and examines the Chief Coroner’s guidance notes to coroners working during the crisis.
